Bracknell, UK, 30th April 2015
Return to the pilot seat of an Allied fighter and bring the past glories of the Amiga into the present day, as Cinemaware’s Wings! Remastered Edition is out today for Mac via the Mac App Store for £10.99/€14.99/$14.99. Reimagined in rich HD with the original soundtrack re-recorded in full instrumentation, Wings! Remastered Edition throws you back into the arcade-action of the Amiga classic ‘Wings!’. So grab your flight jacket, take to the skies and give the enemy hell!

If you prefer your classic gaming a little more mobile, then Wings! Remastered Edition is also available to purchase for your mobile device and can be downloaded for Apple devices via the iTunes Store and Android devices via the Google Play Store.

Cinemaware's classic Wings! gets re-mastered in high definition with all its original missions, dogfights, story and gameplay!

Relive the action, glory and seat of the pants daring of a WWI Allied fighter pilot! You'll strafe Hun armies, bomb enemy aerodromes and match wits against deadly Aces in heart-stopping dogfights, the loser going down in flames...without a parachute! More than just a simulator, Wings! Remastered Edition features genuine arcade action and an emotion-packed role-playing experience. Wings! Remastered Edition is the easy to play air combat simulation you've been waiting for... no complicated keyboard commands. Just fly and shoot!

Wings! the classic flight-combat action game from the Amiga generation is back! With Wings! Remastered Edition, Cinemaware brings you back to an experience full of blasting action, drama and emotions. Get your Sopwith Camel started and dive deep into this amazing story of a WWI combat pilot's life experience. Fight your foes in one-on-one air combat, bomb enemy installations and strafe enemy supply lines!

Wings! Remastered Edition is the great comeback of the Amiga hit-game from 1990. The game has been completely reproduced in stunning HD graphics, high-quality sound effects and a masterful soundtrack re-scored with real instruments. Jump into the cockpit and enjoy this re-mastered classic game experience!

Bracknell, UK, 29th April 2015
El Presidente is fed up of the boring soil of dry land and now his latest initiative takes the island of Tropico into the great frontier of the deep blue sea. Prepare to explore a brand new industry and reap the rewards of innovation, as ‘Waterborne,’ the first major Add-on expansion for infamous city-builder/political sim Tropico 5, is out today for the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft via the Xbox Games Store and via an in-app purchase for the Mac App Store version. Whatever type of Presidente you are, ‘Waterborne’ challenges players to expand their nation into the unknown waters of adventurous opportunity and fully harness the power of the ocean. Develop an exotic housing market with luxury floating apartments and do your bit for the good of the planet by constructing eco-friendly wave power sources. Or use the sea as another military front for your empowering military force and bolster the army with a fearsome naval presence.

Bracknell, UK, 24th April 2015
The Tropico Ministry of Propaganda and Misinformation is proud to announce that today, El Presidente makes his welcome debut on PlayStation®4 with the launch of the highly acclaimed dictator sim, Tropico 5. Make no mistake; your rule over the island paradise will not be an easy one as your people will be looking to you to guide them from a small colonial state of the Crown to a sprawling metropolis of the future. Use your new family dynasty to build your legacy across the ages overcoming world events such as the World Wars and the tension filled Cold War era to create your own modern day social utopia. Alternatively install your family in positions of power and corruption or reap the rewards of alliances with Global Superpowers to ensure your Swiss bank account is burgeoning for your retirement. The choice is yours but you must manage the needs of your citizens as well as juggle the demands of rival political factions in order to stay in power and ensure the island of Tropico thrives.

Tropico 5 is available for PlayStation®4 today across Europe and Export territories as a Limited Special Edition boxed retail version containing a Tropican passport, island postcard and two DLC packs (Bayo del Olfato and The Big Cheese) for £49.99/€59.99. A digital download version is also available today from the PlayStation®Store here

Bracknell, UK, 24th April 2015
The Ultimate Evil has arrived and a new Dawn of Terror is upon us. Especially if you are a unicorn, he hates unicorns. Snots throughout the underworld, prepare to quiver in your boots as Dungeons 2 launches for Windows PC, Mac and SteamOS today.

Featuring a unique mixture of classic dungeon simulation and real-time strategy gameplay, Dungeons 2 challenges players to assume the role of The Dungeon Lord, craft a network of terrifying dungeons and use its resources to fuel a campaign against the forces of goodliness. Order your servant snots to do your bidding and fill your coffers with gold, amass an army of lurching minions and then head to the surface world of the humans to conquer The Overworld.

To celebrate the Ultimate Evil’s momentous return, there is a brand new gameplay trailer available to watch below, featuring some of the terrifying creatures who roam your dungeon as well as the loyal (but stupid) Snots eagerly mining gold while avoiding a slap from the ‘Hand of Terror’.

Dungeons 2 is available worldwide via Steam for Windows PC, Mac and SteamOS for £34.99/€39.99/$39.99. A digital version is also available to download via the Kalypso Launcher here. A Limited Special Edition boxed retail version is also available now across Europe and Export territories and includes at no extra cost a terrifying Character Magnet, the exclusive ‘Pixie Village’ DLC, the Official Soundtrack CD and art postcards for £34.99/€39.99.

For more information please visit the official Dungeons 2 website here - or you can ‘Like’ Dungeons on Facebook here.

Bracknell, UK, 16th April 2015
On the beautiful island of Tropico, it never rains; El Presidente insists on it. So when the clouds roll in and the rain starts to fall you know something is on the way. Rumours are that a group of citizens have united to form a mysterious cult and have placed a curse over Tropico. A new supernatural authority is looking to seize power and you, as El Presidente, need some divine assistance to lift the curse. Enter, the ‘Inquisition’, the new DLC for Tropico 5 which is out today for PC via Steam and the Kalypso Launcher.

Bring the special services provided by the Inquisition to Tropico and keep them in good favour by building them a new HQ from which to bring down the cultists and their supernatural wrongdoings. But don’t let them have too much power. Make sure you remind them that only you, El Presidente, is the true ruler of Tropico. Only through your careful management can you guarantee that Tropico returns to the island paradise it was before.

The ‘Inquisition’ DLC for Tropico 5 is out today for PC, Mac & SteamOS via Steam for £2.49/€2.99/$3.99. For non-Steam users, the PC version of the DLC is available via http://launcher.kalypsomedia.com/

Included in the ‘Inquisition’ DLC

New standalone scenario: “Tropican Redemption“ – Banish the cultists from your island and lift Tropico from its curse

New building: Inquisition – Spy on factions and unmask the roles of each faction member

Watch the Team Pull a Huge Job in a Short Movie for Crookz – The Big Heist

Bracknell, UK, 10th April 2015
There’s a lot to think about when trying to pull a huge job – and you’re going to need the experience when it comes to planning your heists in Crookz – The Big Heist. Watch the team do their best at working together to plan and take on their biggest job ever in the brand new short movie based on the theme of Crookz – The Big Heist. Combining the original announcement trailer (featuring Ron Jeremy) with all new live-action footage, the movie provides a bit of back story to the central characters of Crookz – The Big Heist as well as taking viewers through the stages of planning, forming and then executing a masterful heist. These guys turn petty crime into the art of Grand Larceny – so take a few tips from the pros.

Crookz – The Big Heist will be released globally via digital distribution and US boxed retail on 25th August for PC, Mac and SteamOS. The European boxed retail version will be released on 28th August. For more information please visit www.crookz-game.com

Bracknell, UK, 2nd April 2015
The Dawn of Terror is nearly upon us. Prepare for the coming of The Ultimate Evil by dedicating yourself to the almighty Dungeon Lord and pre-ordering your copy of the Dungeons 2 Limited Special Edition. This edition of Dungeons 2 is automatically available to anyone who pre-orders or buys the retail boxed version of the game at launch and includes at no extra cost a terrifying Character Magnet and the exclusive ‘Pixie Village’ DLC; where players are tasked with removing the disgusting Pixie threat from a nearby enchanted forest. In addition, the Dungeons 2 Limited Special Edition contains an Official Soundtrack CD and some authentic postcards that can be used to warn your fellow humans of their impending doom (content for European version only. US content may vary). The Limited Special Edition of Dungeons 2 can be pre ordered from your preferred retailer now. You can also pre-purchase Dungeons 2 via the Kalypso Launcher here for a 15% discount and a digital download of the OST too.

Today we’ll also be hosting a Dungeons 2 livestream showing off the recently revealed ‘Demons’ faction. Their powerful magic abilities add a very different way to play the game – so be sure to tune in at 8.00PST/16:00GMT/17.00CET at www.twitch.tv/kalypsomedia

If you missed our first Twitch Walkthrough for Dungeons 2 you can check it out here

Bracknell, UK, 14th August 2014
Kalypso Media celebrates the 8th anniversary of delivering engaging, fun, and critically acclaimed titles during its annual Steam anniversary sale. From 14th-18th August, all Steam users will be treated to major discounts across the entire Kalypso library of games, with discounts of up to 85% off our most popular titles!

“Kalypso has seen major support from both Steam and the Steam community across all of our brands,” says Jonathan Hales, Managing Director of Kalypso Media Digital, Ltd.. “Each year we strive to develop and deliver even more compelling titles, and our annual Steam sale is our way of giving back to the Steam community for their ongoing support of Kalypso.”

The Tropico series will see major discounts for the entire weekend, with Tropico 1-4 and all its DLC available at 85% off throughout the sale weekend. For the latest in the World of Tropico, Steam users will be able to purchase the highly successful Tropico 5 and all its DLC at 33% off regular price during the entire four day sale event!

But that's not all! Each day of the four-day sale will feature even greater discounts across the rest of the Kalypso library. During the sale, Kalypso will be offering a daily selection of titles at a whopping 80% off regular price! Steam users should check in daily from 14th-18th August to make sure that they nab that 80% off, as ALL non-Tropico titles will be on sale during one of the themed days of the sale!

Bracknell, UK, 12th August 2014
Kalypso Media is thrilled to reveal their line up for this year’s Gamescom consumer stand. Located in Hall 9.1, Stand A041, Kalypso Media will showcase four exciting PC titles including new IP’s, a long awaited sequel, and a remastered classic for retro gaming fans!

Dungeons 2

The The Dungeon Lord is back – and this time he’s serious! In Dungeons 2, fulfill the Dungeon Lord’s insatiable quest for vengeance by recruiting fearsome new monsters from all corners of the underworld in order to undertake his evil bidding. Taking over the underworld isn't enough though – this time The Dungeon Lord will extend his dominion over the puny humans and attempt to conquer the overworld too!

Take control of the mighty Dungeon Lord and craft a network of unique and terrifying dungeons, recruit an army of fearsome creatures and command two new factions. Prepare to defend your Kingdom against those pesky heroes, go above ground to wage war on their human cities and use the ‘Hand of Terror’ to take direct control over your minions, issue commands, and even dish out a swift slap to keep them in line.

Crookz

Crookz is a tactical strategy game set in the 1970’s: the era of Funk, flared jeans and disco-fueled Saturday nights. A crack team of expert thieves turn Grand Larceny into an art-form by using their many talents to break into the richest homes and steal the finest jewellery - all to finance their hedonistic lifestyles. Show off the art of thieving by plotting stylish heists and robberies; utilizing espionage and quick-thinking to avoid detection. Implement a successful strategy by assembling and kitting out your team before the job and planning the best way in.

Crowntakers

Crowntakers combines turn-based strategy with RPG elements and takes you at the behest of the crown into a medieval fantasy world full of challenging encounters and epic adventures. With its randomly generated world, Crowntakers offers a varied gaming experience every time you set out to fight evil. As a hero on a mission, you'll have to assemble a group of brave mercenaries to take on cruel enemies like barbarians, ferocious animals or deceitful thieves. Embark on challenging quests, gather vital resources and finally banish evil from the world.

Wings! Remastered Edition

Relive the action, glory and seat of the pants daring of a WWI Allied fighter pilot! You'll strafe Hun armies, bomb enemy aerodromes and match wits against deadly Aces in heart-stopping dogfights, the loser going down in flames...without a parachute! More than just a simulator, Wings! Remastered Edition features genuine arcade action and an emotion-packed role-playing experience. Wings! Remastered Edition is the easy to play air combat simulation you've been waiting for... no complicated keyboard commands. Just fly and shoot!

The Kalypso Media team will also be located in Business Hall 4.2, Stand C013 with the titles above all being shown. In addition two new PC titles will be shown behind closed doors (these titles will not be available on the consumer stand).

Tropico 5 – SteamOS Playable

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!

At the business level, the Kalypso Media Group will have two more title showing exclusively to the press and partners, by appointment only:

Grand Ages: Medieval

Grand Ages: Medieval is a real-time strategy game from Gaming Minds. Lead your people and advance through the decades by utilising construction, research, expansion and conquest in an area extending from Scandinavia and North Africa; to Portugal, the Caucasus and the Middle East. Rise from the humble role of a simple mayor governing a small settlement and rule over all of Europe. Experience an exciting campaign with elaborately designed cut-scenes, play by your own rules in free play or test your skills in multiplayer against up to 8 players!

Mechs & Mercs: Black Talons

A devastating war has torn the galaxy apart. Dozens of planets and star systems have declared independence or forged new alliances, while governments fall and warlords rise to power. Chaos and corruption are everywhere and so to maintain order and negotiate peace between the ruling factions, private mercenary armies are called to action.

You are commander of the Black Talons company, currently stationed in the Oberon system. After a fierce campaign, the military Tzanar Union has overrun the planet of Genai and blocked all departure from the system: leaving you and the Black Talons stranded. The only means of escape is to help the Genai forces repel the invading army and recapture the planet. Mechs & Mercs: Black Talons is a real-time tactics game developed by independent game studio Camel 101 for PC.

Bracknell, UK, 11th August 2014
Citizens of Tropico rejoice! El Presidente has declared that November 2014 to be the global release month of Tropico 5 on Xbox 360! That’s right, the wait is almost over and fans of the highly acclaimed dictator sim Tropico 5 will be able to finally get their hands on the latest installment for their Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. What’s more, as an added bonus and thank you from El Presidente, the console version will include the first DLC pack, ‘The Big Cheese’ for free! Don’t forget that the Limited Special Edition version is available to pre order now and includes your very own Tropico Passport, a postcard from the beautiful island, the ‘Bayo del Olfato’ DLC (which includes a new costume and map) and the bonus DLC ‘The Big Cheese’.

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!

The ‘Big Cheese’ DLC challenges players to create and promote an artisan cheese brand by introducing a new production chain with the Creamery: a new building that enables you to make the most of Tropico’s local goats and llamas. Face international competition in an epic quest to create the best cheese in the world and put on the chef’s hat! This add-on includes an all-new sandbox map and task, a standalone scenario, building, avatar accessory and music track!

Tropico 5 will be available for Xbox 360 globally in November, the PC version is available now via digital distribution and retail boxed versions. For more information on Tropico 5 don’t forget to visit the official Tropico 5 website at www.tropico5.com.

Bracknell, UK, 11th August 2014
Kalypso Media is thrilled to announce that Grand Ages: Medieval is currently in development by Gaming Mind Studios and will be released in 2015 for PC. Being shown behind closed doors at gamescom 2014, Grand Ages: Medieval takes place in the High Middle Ages while Europe is in a period of huge change and rapid population growth. New frontiers are being explored and as the head of a small settlement it is up to you to lead your people from its beginnings as a small society and advance it through the years as you build it into an empire. Plot your conquests on a game map consisting of 30 million square kilometres; or decide where to found new cities and strategically defend key territories. Lead your people to greatness by raising an army, building a network of trade routes and getting the advantage over rival states by developing superior technology through research.

Kalypso Media has also released the debut trailer for Grand Ages: Medieval. Watch it below for your first look at how even the mightiest empires begin with small, but ambitious foundations.

About Grand Ages: Medieval
It is the year 1050 AD. At the beginning of the High Middle Ages development in Europe has seen an unprecedented level of progress and a rapidly growing population spreads across the length and breadth of the continent. New frontiers are explored, settlements founded and vast trading routes established. As the head of one of these small settlements, it falls upon you to lead your people towards greatness. Explore a vast world, gather resources, encounter other societies and use your trading expertise to expand and make your fortune. Found new cities, progress your nation with inventive technology and protect your trade routes against barbarian attacks until you are powerful enough to begin your conquest over Europe and forge a bold new empire.

Grand Ages: Medieval is a real-time strategy game from Gaming Minds. Lead your people and advance through the decades by utilising construction, research, expansion and conquest in an area extending from Scandinavia and North Africa; to Portugal, the Caucasus and the Middle East. Rise from the humble role of a simple mayor governing a small settlement and rule over all of Europe. Experience an exciting campaign with elaborately designed cut-scenes, play by your own rules in free play or test your skills in multiplayer against up to 8 players!

Features of Grand Ages: Medieval

Explore a gigantic game world of over 30 million square kilometres, plot strategically where to found important cities and defend your kingdom against foreign powers

Raise an army and fight your opponents with knights, archers and cavalry

Produce and trade 20 different goods to meet the demands of your citizens and soldiers: such as coal, fruits and pottery

Research and utilise 50 major technological advancement of the Middle Ages: including the three-field crop rotation, the low warp loom or the longbow

Face devastating natural disasters like storms, fires, volcanoes, droughts, earthquakes… or even the Black Death

Challenging Multiplayer Mode for up to 8 players via network and online

Grand Ages: Medieval is scheduled for release in 2015 for PC. For more information please visit www.grandages.com

Take to The Skies! Wings! Remastered Edition™ Announced for 2014 Release

Bracknell, UK, 8th August 2014
Experience the rush and glory of a WW1 Allied fighter pilot, as Cinemaware’s Amiga classic returns as Wings! Remastered Edition. Published by Kalypso Media, Wings! Remastered Edition takes the original gameplay of the flight combat hit Wings! and recreates it faithfully in stunning HD and with a completely re-recorded orchestral soundtrack. Featuring exciting and accessible arcade-action, Wings! Remastered Edition challenges players to enter intense dogfights, take on daring strafing & bombing missions and survive to the end of the First Great War.

Colonel Farrah, spokesperson for Cinemaware, commented, “Listen up hotshots! It is with great pride that Cinemaware and the 56th Squadron announce this publishing partnership with Kalypso Media. This will help us in our crucial war efforts to bring the experience of Wings! to a much wider audience out there and enlist new pilots for our future campaigns – and that can only be a good thing! Dismissed!”

Wings! Remastered Edition will be available in 2014 on PC, Mac, iOS, Android and later also via the PlayStation®Network for PlayStation®3.
Cinemaware&resquo;s classic Wings! gets re-mastered in high definition with all its original missions, dogfights, story and gameplay!

Relive the action, glory and seat of the pants daring of a WWI Allied fighter pilot! You'll strafe Hun armies, bomb enemy aerodromes and match wits against deadly Aces in heart-stopping dogfights, the loser going down in flames...without a parachute! More than just a simulator, Wings! Remastered Edition features genuine arcade action and an emotion-packed role-playing experience. Wings! Remastered Edition is the easy to play air combat simulation you've been waiting for... no complicated keyboard commands. Just fly and shoot!

Wings!, the classic flight-combat action game from the Amiga generation is back! With Wings! Remastered Edition, Cinemaware brings you back to an experience full of blasting action, drama and emotions. Get your Sopwith Camel started and dive deep into this amazing story of a WWI combat pilot's life experience. Fight your foes in one-on-one air combat, bomb enemy installations and strafe enemy supply lines!

Wings! Remastered Edition is the great comeback of the Amiga hit-game from 1990. The game has been completely reproduced in stunning HD graphics, high-quality sound effects and a masterful soundtrack re-scored with real instruments. Jump into the cockpit and enjoy this re-mastered classic game experience!

Features of Wings! Remastered Edition:

Experience a dramatic World War I storyline from the perspective of a combat pilot unveiling right before your eyes!

Re-live the horrors and glories of the 56th Squadron as it strives to survive to the end of the war

Dogfight, bomb & strafe enemies in a variety of dramatic missions!

Play through over 230 diverse missions taking place between 1916 and 1918

Enjoy a completely re-scored orchestral soundtrack by Sound of Games, the leading game music production team!

Bracknell, UK, 11th March 2014
Have you considered taking your summer vacation to the gorgeous island of Tropico this year? If not, take a look through the brand new screenshots for Tropico 5 and see what a luxurious holiday you might be missing out on. Choose from a range of fun activities: like a night at Tropico’s famous Elephant circus, an expedition into our exotic wild life parks or admire some of the grand historic landmarks dedicated to our brilliant and wise leader El Presidente. Or just simply kick back on the beach at one of our many fantastic island resorts and enjoy a view of the ocean with the bluest blue you’ll ever see.

Kalypso Media will also be at GDC this month - so come along to see Tropico 5 by getting in touch with us at ukinfo@kalypsomedia.com. It will be appointment only so please get in contact to secure a space.

Tropico 5 will be available for PC, Xbox 360®, Mac and Linux in early summer – with a version for the PlayStation®4 platform following later this year.

Major Update for Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar Early Access Adds Chapter 3

Bracknell, UK, 7th March 2014
Secure your supply lines, rally the troops and prepare to continue your campaign of conquest under the ruling hand of Julius Caesar. Steam Early Access for Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar updates today: adding chapter 3 to the campaign, improved enemy combat AI and many other features, tweaks and bug fixes.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar is available to play now via Early Access. For more information on Steam Early Access head over to the Steam page here.

Full Update Change Log:

Content:

German Localizations

Chapter 3 added

New objective rewards in chapter 2

Miscellaneous AI, balance, and objective tweaks in chapters 1 & 2

Features:

All friendly unit formations are now visible on the battlefield

Randomised enemies for some battles

Improved enemy combat AI

New background asset loader to improve performance

Unit selections can now be assigned to the number keys

Bugs:

Fixed bug with non-english characters in the load/save game screen

Fixed "Unit formation index" bug

Fixed some "Error caching brigade" bugs

Diplomacy options that would break the campaign are now locked

Fixed potential freeze when units rout

Fixed bug with drag selection when a lot of units were onscreen

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar takes you to the plains and forests of ancient Gaul where Julius Caesar wages a decade long war to subjugate the barbarian hordes. It will immerse you in history like no other real time strategy game ever before, forcing you to pay close attention to the changing seasons and rapidly changing military situations.

Bracknell, UK, 6th March 2014
El Presidente invites you to take a historical tour around the beautiful island paradise of Tropico in the first gameplay trailer for Tropico 5. Bask in the Caribbean sun and watch Tropico develop through the ages from a small colonial state of the Crown to a sprawling metropolis of the future. See how small farming communities evolve into thriving industrial powerhouses under the glorious leadership of El Presidente and his new family dynasty. Tropico 5 will be available in early summer for Windows PC, Mac, Linux and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft - followed by PlayStation®4 later this year.

Bracknell, UK, 4th March 2014
El Presidente himself is proud to unveil the final box art for his forthcoming and highly anticipated tyrannical adventure in the city-builder Tropico 5. Featuring a beautiful portrait of the El Presidente Dynasty and an image of the glorious island nation of Tropico, loyal citizens can now view the artwork for both the PC version and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

In addition, there are also brand new screenshots to download and view. They demonstrate accurately the mesmerising natural beauty of the island of Tropico; as well as it’s incredibly advanced and enviable building architecture.

Bracknell, UK, 26th February 2014
Do you want the chance to play the upcoming and highly anticipated fifth instalment of the Tropico series? Under the wise and benevolent guidance of El Presidente, players can help make Tropico 5 the best game possible by taking part in a Beta test this March. Registration begins today – so potential applicants should apply right now. We’re looking for gamers who have a huge enthusiasm for city-building titles and with a wide experience playing within the genre. Please note that all communication within the beta will be in English language only.

Bracknell, UK, 12th February 2014
Kasedo Games is pleased to announce that Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar, the sequel to the award-winning historical strategy game Hegemony Gold: Wars of Ancient Greece, is now available to play via Steam Early Access at a reduced price of £19.99/€24.99/$24.99. To celebrate the launch of Early Access, Kasedo has released a brand new Developer Featurette video for the game: giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the development of the game and the thought process behind making it part of Steam Early Access.

Later today, developer Longbow Games will debut the first footage from the game in a Twitch.tv Developer Walkthrough at 19:00GMT/20:00CET; followed by a second stream tomorrow at 20:00EST for North American viewers. You can view both streams at: www.twitch.tv/kalypsomedia. After the Livestream, both Longbow Games and Kasedo will be on hand to answer questions, but fans can get involved now by posting questions to our Facebook page. Or tweet them to us via our Twitter page @KasedoGames with the hashtag #Hegemony_Live.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar takes you to the plains and forests of ancient Gaul where Julius Caesar wages a decade long war to subjugate the barbarian hordes. It will immerse you in history like no other real time strategy game ever before, forcing you to pay close attention to the changing seasons and rapidly changing military situations.

Features included in Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar Early Access

Direct from the hand of Caesar – The first two chapters of the campaign, “Migrants and Conquerors” and “The Bravest of These” follow the conquests of Julius Caesar in Gaul as he wrote them in Commentarii de Bello Gallico.

All new map – Explore over one million square kilometers that are seamlessly zoomable, from the Mediterranean coast to the shores of Britannia.

Improved graphics engine – Hegemony Rome supports 10x the terrain detail over previous installments and features a diverse and immersive landscape to explore.

Build an empire – The construction system allows players to build forts, walls, and bridges at thousands of sites across the map to cement Roman control over the barbarian kingdoms.

Promote your legions – Players can train officers to augment their unit’s skills as well as appoint governors and construct buildings to expand and improve their cities.

Starve your enemies – Supply camps and logistics system makes sieges and supply lines more intuitive and more important than ever.

For more information on the Steam Early Access head over to the Steam page here.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar will be available on Windows PC spring 2014. For more information please visit www.kasedogames.com.

Bracknell, UK, 07th February 2014
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that Jagged Alliance: Back in Action, the latest in the much-loved series of military-themed tactical games, will be available for Mac and Linux via digital distribution on 14th February 2014 for £24.99/€29.99/$29.99. Ported by Big Moon Studios using the Unity engine, the game will now let you liberate the island of Arulco on OSX and Ubuntu as well as Windows. Players who already own the Windows version will automatically get access to the two new versions when they log onto their Steam account and download the game.

Jagged Alliance: Back in Action puts players in control of a private military corporation that has been hired to depose an evil dictator, who has taken over the tropical island of Arulco. Sector-by-sector, inch-by-inch, the player’s squads of mercenaries will recapture the island using their wits, willpower, tactical skills, and of course – plenty of guns.

Jagged Alliance: Back in Action takes players to the fictitious country of Arulco, where a ruthless dictator has seized power and only a small group of rebels stand to resist her. Tasked with freeing the island from the dictator’s iron grip, players will command rebel and mercenary forces while using tactical and economic tools to keep troops supplied and ready for the next flight, all while commanding them directly in nail-biting battles.

Back in Action’s innovative “plan & go” combat system combines real-time strategy (RTS) with turn-based elements to guarantee that the intricacies of tactical warfare are rendered in dynamic, exciting gameplay. This challenges would-be commanders to master not only strategy and tactical combat, but also to maximize their team’s capabilities through RPG-like character advancement.

Key features of Jagged Alliance: Back in Action:

Engage in a massive non-linear ground campaign to free the oppressed people of the gorgeously-rendered fictitious country of Arulco, assembling your own motley crew of mercenaries to get the job done.

Prowess in strategy and tactics is not enough; can you master the intricacies of RPG-like character development, a challenging economy and the logistics to keep your troops supplied – and strike at the right time with the right skills and proper weapons?

Steam Early Access for Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar Starts 12th February

Bracknell, UK, 04th February 2014
Kasedo Games is pleased to announce that Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar, the sequel to the award-winning historical strategy game Hegemony Rome: Wars of Ancient Greece, will be available via Steam Early Access at a discounted price from 12th February.

Early Access gives players the opportunity to support us during the development process of Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar. The game is already in an advanced state of completion - which includes about 12 hours of gameplay, most of the main game features and the first two chapters of the campaign. For more information on the Steam Early Access head over to the Steam page here.

In preparation for Early Access, developer Longbow Games will be hosting two Developer Walkthroughs via Twitch.tv; where they will debut the first gameplay of Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar and answer questions in a live chat session. The first stream will be held on the 12th of February at 19:00GMT/20:00CET, while the second will follow on the 13th of February at 20:00EST for North America. You can view both streams at: www.twitch.tv/kalypsomedia.

After the Livestream, both Longbow Games and Kasedo will be on hand to answer questions, but fans can get involved now by posting questions to our Facebook page www.facebook.com/KasedoGames. Or tweet them to us via our Twitter page @KasedoGames with the hastag #Hegemony_Live and we will answer them after the Live Stream.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar takes you to the plains and forests of ancient Gaul where Julius Caesar wages a decade long war to subjugate the barbarian hordes. It will immerse you in history like no other real time strategy game ever before, forcing you to pay close attention to the changing seasons and rapidly changing military situations.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar will be available on Windows PC spring 2014. For more information please visit www.kasedogames.com.

Bracknell, UK, 30th January 2014
Kalypso Media is thrilled to announce that Tropico 5, the next instalment of the highly anticipated and critically acclaimed Tropico city-builder series, is currently in development for PlayStation®4. Developed by Haemimont Studios, Tropico 5 will see the series come to the PlayStation® platform for the first time and will take full advantage of the unique features of the PlayStation®4 hardware and controller. Kalypso will confirm a release date in due course.

“We are delighted to be able to work with Sony to bring Tropico 5 to PlayStation®4 and enter the next generation market.” said Andrew Johnson, Managing Director, Kalypso Media UK. “The PlayStation®4 version of Tropico 5 will expand the Tropico brand to the new generation hardware and to a new generation of gamers.’

‘We have been evaluating many new and exciting development opportunities for the Tropico brand and by bringing Tropico 5 to PlayStation®4 we open a new chapter in the history of the game’ said Stefan Marcinek, Global Managing Director, Kalypso Media. ‘By taking full advantage of the PlayStation®4’s processing power the island of Tropico and El Presidente have never looked better.’

Packed with a whole host of new gameplay features and all new artwork designed from scratch, Tropico 5 takes the series into a new and exciting direction – dynasties!

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!

Fancy seeing how El Presidente spends his time when not planning his global domination? Then check out the Tropico 5 teaser trailer:

For more information on Tropico 5 please visit the official Tropico 5 website at www.tropico5.com.

Omerta – City of Gangsters’ Expansion ‘The Japanese Incentive’ Out Now for PC

Bracknell, UK, 6th Dezember 2013
Kalypso Media are thrilled to announce that ‘The Japanese Incentive’, the official expansion for the gangster themed strategy game Omerta – City of Gangsters, is now available to download via digital download for £14.99/€19.99/$19.99. ‘The Japanese Incentive’ will also be available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft in early 2014. In addition, a free update for Omerta – City of Gangsters is also available for players: adding improved AI, 5 new buildings and general gameplay fixes.

Kalypso Media has also released a new launch trailer highlighting some of the exciting new features ‘The Japanese Incentive’ has to offer. In the brand new campaign the player will come up against Irish mobsters, Ku-Klux-Klan racists, a mysterious business man from the far-east and a beautiful Japanese woman – it’s time for another episode in the life of The Boss!

"Tank Operations: European Campaign" Available to Purchase for PC Today

Bracknell, UK, 05th Dezember 2013
Kalypso Media invite you to once again step into the world of Eric Bane in ‘Cult of the Dead’, the new DLC for the stealth action game DARK. ‘Cult of the Dead is now available to purchase for Windows PC via digital download and on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for £3.99/€4.99/$5.99.

Kalypso has released a launch trailer with gameplay of Eric’s latest adventure and showcases some of the new environments and the deadly new enemies he will encounter.

Bracknell, UK, 29th November 2013
To get you in the mood for Christmas Kalypso Media are hosting a DLC Flash Sale offering a 50% discount on all available DLC via the Kalypso Launcher. Get bonus content for Tropico 4, Port Royale 3, Dungeons and Airline Tycoon 2 and many other titles now! The Kalypso Launcher DLC Flash Sale starts today, 29th November, and ends on December 6th so hurry!

Bracknell, UK, 29th November 2013
Kalypso Media is thrilled to announce that the fantasy themed hack ‘n’ slash Blood Knights is now available to purchase in retail stores for Windows PC across the UK and export territories. The Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation® Network versions are also available now.

Set in a medieval fantasy world, Blood Knights features quick, deadly combat, smart team-work and ferocious cooperative monster slaying. View the trailers below for a look at the feared vampire hunter Jeremy, his powerful vampire companion Alysa and the awesome co-op action featured in the game.

"Tank Operations: European Campaign" Available to Purchase for PC Today

Bracknell, UK, 22nd November 2013
Kalypso Media Digital and Linked Dimensions GbR are pleased to announce that the new turn-based strategy game Tank Operations: European Campaign is now available to purchase for Windows PC via digital distribution priced at £11.99/€14.99/$14.99. Check out the gameplay trailer below for a demonstration of the tactical savvy required to overcome the ever advancing enemy.

Bracknell, UK, 21st November 2013
Kalypso Media invite you to set sail once again and explore distant lands in search of lucrative new trading opportunities for Renaissance-era Venice. Trade in goods, battle enemy navies and craft a political empire through means both overt and subversive in ‘Beyond the Sea’, the comprehensive expansion for economic simulator, Rise of Venice. ‘Beyond the Sea’ is now available to download for Windows PC via digital distribution priced at £14.99/ €19.99/$19.99.

Prepare for your voyage by watching the new gameplay trailer for ‘Beyond the Sea’ - which takes you on a journey through some of the new cities you will visit on your path to wealth and power.

Reclaim the Blood Seal and Restore Order - ‘Blood Knights’ is out on PlayStation®Network Today

Bracknell, UK, 20th November 2013
Summon the finest warriors of the realm and prepare to do your duty against the dark threat of the vampires, as Blood Knights, the new Hack ‘n’ Slash Action RPG from Kalypso Media, is now available to purchase on the PlayStation®Network. Bravely fight the enemy alone, or enlist the help of a friend to battle beside you in epic Co-op multiplayer.

Blood Knights is available to download now for £11.99/€14.99/$14.99. The game is also available via the Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and as a digital download for PC. A boxed retail version will also be released the 29th of November.

Set in a medieval fantasy world, Blood Knights features quick, deadly combat, smart team-work and ferocious cooperative monster slaying. View the brand new ‘Co-op’ gameplay trailer now for a look at how you and a friend can take on the monstrous horde together in fast-paced and raucous co-operative combat.

Bracknell, UK, 13th November 2013
Kalypso Media is thrilled to announce that the fantasy themed hack ‘n’ slash Blood Knights is now available to download for Windows PC via digital download platforms for £11.99/€14.99/$14.99. The Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft version is available now with the PlayStation® Network version releasing on 20th November. Kalypso has also confirmed there will be a PC boxed retail version available on the 29th of November across Europe and export territories.

Set in a medieval fantasy world, Blood Knights will feature quick, deadly combat, smart team-work and ferocious cooperative monster slaying. View the brand new trailer now for a look at the feared vampire hunter Jeremy, whose close combat fighting skills, strength and armour make him a formidable warrior.

Omerta - City of Gangsters Gets a Taste of the Orient in New Expansion ‘The Japanese Incentive’

Bracknell, UK, 12th November 2013
Irish mobsters, Ku-Klux-Klan racists, a mysterious business man from the far-east and a beautiful Japanese woman – it’s time for another episode in the life of The Boss! Kalypso Media is thrilled to announce that ‘The Japanese Incentive’, the new expansion for the acclaimed gangster themed strategy game Omerta – City of Gangsters, will be available on Windows PC via digital download on 5th December for £14.99/€19.99/$19.99. ‘The Japanese Incentive’ will also be available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft in early 2014.

‘The Japanese Incentive’ expansion offers budding mobsters a brand new and exciting single player campaign with new characters, storyline, weapons and cut scenes as well as unlocking new areas of Atlantic City, all ripe for the taking. There’s no time to let your guard down as there’s a new enemy AI gang in the city and they are looking to muscle in on your turf. It’s a story from a time when love was more important than keeping your cool, but sometimes losing your cool is the only way to get the job done.

Features of ‘The Japanese Incentive’

All new! -- Play an exciting new campaign with unique characters, storylines and cut scenes

Explore and Dominate - Discover districts of Atlantic City and its outskirts not yet seen in Omerta – City of Gangsters

Kill it with fire - new weapons include the katana, flamethrower and machine gun

The gang’s all here - Hire additional characters whose special new traits will help make quick work of your foes

Outsmart a new challenger - Battle for the city against an updated enemy gang AI

Pick a wheelman - Plan fantastic heists, then use lavish new cars and armoured vehicles for getaways

It’s all business - Take over new buildings like the security agency and the auto shop and put them to criminal use

Watch the world burn - Set the battlefield ablaze with a unique new “fire” feature, which makes the most of the new flamethrower weapon

Bracknell, UK, 11th November 2013
Eric Bane is back and this time he is taking no prisoners as he embarks on a deadly new mission in ‘Cult of the Dead’: the first DARK DLC for Windows PC. ‘The Cult of the Dead’ will be available to download via digital distribution on 5th December for £3.99/€4.99/$4.99. ‘Cult of the Dead’ will also be available on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft shortly after.

After escaping the M17 vampire hunters, Eric Bane’s life is not getting any easier. He learns of the mysterious ‘Book of the Dead’ which grants its owner the power to control death and its creatures. This not only presents an immediate threat to all things living and dead, but also the chance for Eric to learn much about his kind.

In his quest for the book, Eric must face off against a new enemy, the Necromancers, as well as a regrouped M17 who want their revenge!

Features of the ‘Cult of the Dead’

Includes a brand new mission which challenges you to find the mysterious ‘Book of the Dead’

Test your stealth and vampiric skills with five new maps in challenge mode

Kalypso Media Digital to Launch "Tank Operations: European Campaign" in November

Bracknell, UK, 7th November 2013
Kalypso Media Digital and Linked Dimensions GbR have today announced that the classically
inspired turn-based strategy game Tank Operations: European Campaign will be available to
purchase on 22nd November for Windows PC via digital download priced at £11.99/€14.99/$14.99.

In Tank Operations: European Campaign, players take on the role of a Field Marshal commanding
troops through some of the most famous battles of WWII. Using a classic hexagonal gameplay map, the
player must plan their tactical strategy to overcome a formidable enemy AI using more than 50 units
at their disposal. Kalypso has released a new gameplay trailer which illustrates some of the tactical
savvy required to overcome an ever advancing enemy.

Tank Operations: European Campaign is a classically styled WWII strategy game. Featuring challenging turn-based play on a hexagonal map, Tank Operations challenges players to make the most of 50 unique unit types as they fight through twelve major missions. Take your land, sea and air units into historical battles, from the landing of troops in northwestern Africa, to the final battle for Berlin.

Features of Tank Operations: European Campaign

Take command of more than 50 authentic land, air and sea units in challenging turn-based gameplay.

Battle through 12 major historic WWII missions including the liberation of Paris, the invasion of Italy and the battle to take Berlin.

Use tactical sabotage, manage your supply chain and command your troops against a formidable AI which reacts to the player’s decisions in each new battle.

Bracknell, UK, 5th November 2013
Stock a crate of your finest Chianti vintage on board your vessel and prepare to set sail once again. ‘Beyond The Sea’, the first major add-on for the acclaimed economy simulator Rise of Venice, is about to take you to distant new lands in which to trade luxurious goods and exert your influence in. From Marseilles to Lisbon, the add-on provides players with a whole new challenge by expanding the game world with 13 cities to explore and trade with.

Also included are all new residence missions and challenging new Doge tasks, which will see your family playing a more significant role in your position and plans. ‘Beyond The Sea’ also allows players to command a completely new class of ship - the NAO: the famous ship type in which Christopher Columbus discovered America in 1492.

‘Beyond The Sea’ will be available to download for Windows PC from Steam and other digital portals on the 21st of November for £14.99/ €19.99/$19.99.

Features of ‘Beyond The Sea’:

13 new cities from Marseilles to Lisbon expand the game world by 50%

Residence missions: family members contact the player with tasks to earn special benefits

Doge tasks challenge even the most experienced players. Can you triumph in trade war with Venice's archenemy Genoa and its allies?

New ship type: command the famous NAO ship class

Numerous improvements and optimizations based on Rise of Venice player feedback

Bracknell, UK, 1st November 2013
Van Helsing can’t save us now! Prepare yourself to face hordes of vampires, monsters and humans, as Blood Knights is out today on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Face deadly and blood-thirsty foes alone, or pray that you have a loyal friend willing to fight bravely beside you in Co-op multiplayer. Blood Knights is available to download now for £11.99/€14.99/$14.99, with a PlayStation® Network version following on the 20th of November. In addition, the game will be released for PC on Steam and other digital platforms on the 14th of November.

Set in a medieval fantasy world, Blood Knights will feature quick, deadly combat, smart team-work and ferocious cooperative monster slaying. View the brand new trailer now for a look at the powerful vampire companion Alysa - who excels in ranged combat with her powerful duel crossbows, deadly dark abilities and agility.

Bracknell, UK, 31st October 2013
Kalypso Media Digital is pleased to announce a publishing agreement with Linked Dimensions GbR to publish Tank Operations: European Campaign, a classically inspired turn-based strategy game for Windows PC. In Tank Operations: European Campaign, players will take on the role of a WWII Field Marshal, blasting through 12 campaigns in turn-based warfare. More than 50 units will be available to the player, offering you control of land, sea and air as you battle the AI.

Tank Operations: European Campaign will be available via digital download this autumn.

Tank Operations: European Campaign is a classically styled WWII strategy game. Featuring challenging turn-based play on a hexagonal map, Tank Operations challenges players to make the most of 50 unique unit types as they fight through twelve major missions. Take your land, sea and air units into historical battles, from the landing of troops in northwestern Africa, to the final battle for Berlin.

Return to the Epic World of Aventuria - ‘The Dark Eye – Demonicon’ Is Out Today

Bracknell, UK, 25th October 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce the release of The Dark Eye – Demonicon for Windows PC today. The game is available now via boxed retail, Steam and other digital distribution channels. The Dark Eye - Demonicon is an action-RPG set in the dark and dangerous world of Aventuria, where you take on the role of young adventurer Cairon, as he battles dark forces with both magic and melee combat.

In addition, a brand new launch trailer for Demonicon is now available to stream or download: featuring a look into the magic-enhanced combat, rich environments and monstrous enemies you’ll encounter in the game.

Free Public Live Stream on Twitch.tv for ‘The Dark Eye – Demonicon’ this Thursday

Bracknell, UK, 22nd October 2013
With the imminent release of dark fantasy action-RPG The Dark Eye – Demonicon this Friday (October 25th), Kalypso Media is thrilled to announce a free public live stream of the game via Twitch.tv on Thursday, the 24th of October at 19:00 GMT/20:00 CET. To be hosted by Project Manager Johannes Bickle and Executive Producer Marc Buro of developer Noumena Studios, the stream will be an intimate look at unseen locations, new enemies and the rich combat system of The Dark Eye – Demonicon.

To access the stream of The Dark Eye – Demonicon, simply use the Twitch.tv link here at the time listed above: www.twitch.tv/kalypsomedia

Take to the Skies! Air Conflicts: Vietnam Launches for Retail in the UK Today

Bracknell, UK, 18th October 2013
Are you ready to enter the cockpit and throw yourself into battle across the deadly skies of Vietnam? Well it’s time to do your duty, as Air Conflicts: Vietnam is launched today for retail in the UK and Pan-European territories. Experience the explosive conflict of Vietnam by piloting incredible fighter jets and helicopters, destroying enemy artillery and guiding your squadron to victory.

Plus, take a look at the brand new trailer showing off the fearsome combat aircraft you’ll encounter in the game: the infamous MiG-15 and MiG-21. Download the new trailer and get a closer look at both planes as they tear up the skies!

Air Conflicts: Vietnam is out today for PC, the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

Impending Doom for Tropico? Not if El Prez Has His Way in New ‘Apocalypse’ DLC

Bracknell, UK, 17th October 2013
The Cold War has gotten hotter, and mutually assured nuclear destruction is just around the corner…or is it? In the new Tropico 4 ‘Apocalypse’ DLC, it’ll be up to players to prepare their island nations, and their Tropican citizens, for the end. The new DLC, priced at £3.49/€3.99 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC, gives players the tools they need to protect their island nations from the nuclear threat – protective shelters, a new survivalist trait (helps with scavenging food) and more.

Tropico 4 DLC – Apocalypse
The Cold War has turned hot and nuclear conflict is inevitable. Prepare the island nation of Tropico for the coming apocalypse and carefully choose which resources and factions to save from certain eradication. The new Nuclear Shelter provides and converts faction bonuses depending on its work mode. Don the new Hazmat suit and choose the Survivalist trait to become a true doomsday prepper.

Features:

New building: Nuclear Shelter (provides bonuses depending on work mode)

New trait: Survivalist (Tropicans need less food)

New outfit: Hazmat suit

New mission: How I learned to love the bomb - Survive a doomsday scenario

Bracknell, UK, 11th October 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that the Windows PC version of The Dark Eye - Demonicon, its dark fantasy action-RPG, has gone gold. Check out the brand new screens released today for a further look into the deep combat system, rich environments and gruesome monsters. Versions of The Dark Eye – Demonicon for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system will follow in 2014.

Demonicon returns players to the fantastical but twisted world of Aventuria, the setting of the classic pen & paper RPG ‘The Dark Eye’. In the game, you witness the fate of a young man named Cairon and his sister Calandra, as they struggle with destiny, demonic forces and the harsh wastes of the Shadowlands.

The Dark Eye – Demonicon is out on October 25th for Windows PC, Steam and other digital portals.

Set Sail for Battle – ‘Rise of Venice’ Naval Combat Walkthrough Trailer Available Now

Bracknell, UK, 9th October 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to release a new walkthrough trailer for Rise of Venice, their recently released trading/political simulation set in Renaissance-era Venice. This new trailer showcases exciting ship-to-ship combat and gives viewers a look at how to equip their vessels for battle, and choose the best weapons for destroying opposing trade ships and pesky pirates.

Rise of Venice is available to purchase now on Windows PC via retail and digital portals.

‘Aircraft Customisation’ Overview and Screens Available for Air Conflicts: Vietnam

Bracknell, UK, 3rd October 2013
Kalypso Media is making available new screens and info for Air Conflicts: Vietnam today. The new ‘Aircraft Customisation’ overview takes a look at a key aspect of the gameplay - the ability to tune and tweak your aircraft to better fit your fighting and flying style. Download the new screens and overview to have a look at this integral component of Air Conflicts: Vietnam, the upcoming arcade-styled air-combat game for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC.

Vietnam. 1965. A long-simmering conflict escalates into a full-fledged war, and you are about to become a big part of it.

Jump into the cockpit of some of the finest combat aircraft as young Joe Thompson, a newly minted U.S. military pilot. He is brave, talented and ready to do his duty, but his experiences during this war will change him forever.

Air Conflicts: Vietnam is an arcade-styled air-combat game that immerses players in the harrowing skies over Vietnam. Take to the air in screaming fighter jets or grab the controls of devastating helicopter gunships as you shatter enemy encampments with explosive ordinance, decimate North Vietnamese ace fighter squadrons, escort bombers as they deliver their deadly payload, or rescue stranded soldiers and deliver support troops to the ever-changing front lines of the vicious battlefield.

Key Features of Air Conflicts: Vietnam

Live a thrilling wartime narrative. In an epic single-player campaign, filled with heroic moments and the darker side of war, your performance in air combat and support missions drives the story from the initial escalation of tension, through key battles of the Vietnam War and, ultimately, the fall of Saigon.

Jump into the cockpit for instant action. Pilot and customize more than 20 planes and – for the first time in the Air Conflict series – helicopters, including the workhorse UH-1 Iroquois, fire-breathing AH-1 Cobra attack gunships, the devastating F4 Phantom and F104 Starfighter jets, plus fearsome enemy MIG fighter jets.

Lead your squadron to victory. Command up to four jets or helicopters, maximizing their unique abilities to complete challenging objectives, while earning experience, leveling up and improving your leadership and air combat skills.

Challenge your friends for air supremacy. Play up to eight online opponents in nail-biting, fast-paced capture-the-flag, deathmatch and team deathmatch air battles.

Get your groove on. As you test your pilot skills against AI or human opponents, treat your ears to a cool rock soundtrack in the style of vintage Vietnam-era tunes.

Air Conflicts: Vietnam will be released on the 18th of October in the UK and export territories

Bracknell, UK, 27th September 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce the release of Rise of Venice, their new strategy trading game for Windows PC today. Rise of Venice challenges players to sail the seas surrounding Renaissance-era Venice, trading in goods, battling enemy navies and crafting a political empire through means both overt and subversive. To give you a flavour of what to expect once you set sail in Rise of Venice, Kalypso have also released a launch trailer showcasing new gameplay from the game. Rise of Venice is available to purchase on Windows PC via retail and digital portals.

Bracknell, UK, 27th September 2013
Kalypso Media in cooperation with the Humble Bundle, is offering gamers a great deal during this week's Humble Weekly Sale. Via the Humble Bundle "Choose your price" system, consumers can name their price on a collection of fantastic Kalypso games from the list below -

Tropico 3 (Steam Edition)

Sine Mora

Sky Drift

Anna Extended Edition

As bonus games for those who bid higher than the $6.00 USD minimum, both Tropico 4 (Steam Edition) and Jagged Alliance: Back in Action will be unlocked.
For more information, visit https://www.humblebundle.com/weekly

Bracknell, UK, 20th September 2013
Kalypso Media is today pleased to make available a new trailer for its trading/political simulation - Rise of Venice. To become a powerful figure in the Renaissance you must first build up your wealth, and in this new walkthrough, we are giving viewers an in-depth look at the game's economics and trading systems.

Get a first-hand look at how to use the game's mercantile system to become an economic juggernaut as you rise up the ranks on your way to becoming a financial and political leader in Renaissance-era Venice.

Time to Train the Troops! – ‘The Academy’ DLC Now Available for Tropico 4

Bracknell, UK, 19th September 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce the availability of new DLC for Tropico 4 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. ‘The Academy’ DLC features a new building, an additional mission and much more, all for you to put to use in training new troops as you and El Presidente prepare to quell an uprising on the island of Isla Guerra.

‘The Academy’ DLC for Tropico 4 is available to download now from Steam for £3.49/€3.99 and the Xbox Live Marketplace for £3.49/€4.79. For non-Steam users, the PC version of the DLC is available via the Kalypso launcher.

Due to a budget SNAFU (for which Penultimo is not responsible), the remote island of Isla Guerra is revolting against El Presidente’s regime. Tropico needs to recruit skilled cadets via the new East Point Academy and prepare for a large scale assault by an invading enemy army. The East Point Graduate trait enables El Presidente to prevail against enemies in combat and the Cadet’s uniform completes this military-centric package.

Features:

New building: East Point Academy (provides college and military education, cadets are skilled soldiers and generals)

New trait: East Point Graduate (enemies are always killed and not wounded by El Presidente in combat)

New outfit: East Point Cadet (female avatar)

New mission: Peace, Love and Understanding – Repel a large scale foreign invasion

Bracknell, UK, 5th September 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that Rise of Venice, its trading/political simulation game for Windows PC, has gone gold. Rise of Venice puts players in charge of a burgeoning Renaissance-era trading and political empire and will be released on the 27th of September for PC, Steam and other digital portals.

Bracknell, UK, 2nd September 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that a free Xbox 360 content update is now available to download for Omerta – City of Gangsters. The update, 'Serious Business', can be downloaded from the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Atlantic City never sleeps. Success leads to envy….and your success has brought several new gangsters looking to grab their share of the infamous Boardwalk. Defend your criminal empire against new threats, face new challenges and make the city yours – again.

The free ‘Serious Business’ content update for Omerta – City of Gangsters provides you with two new maps for multiplayer and customisable sandbox game modes, along with several gameplay improvements and new features. This includes a rival gang in single-player, new difficulty settings, additional building options, car travel and balancing tweaks.

Bracknell, UK, 30th August 2013
Hoist your sails and break out the rum in celebration of the release of Port Royale 3 Gold today. This comprehensive Gold edition is the most complete package of the acclaimed trading/economic simiulation game Port Royale 3. It is available now on PlayStation®3, Windows PC and as a digital download bundle on Steam, the PlayStation®Store and other digital platforms. Port Royale 3 Gold contains the full version of the multiple award-winning strategy game Port Royale 3, as well as the official expansion pack ‘Treasure Island’; featuring an all new pirate campaign as well as the micro expansions ‘Harbour Master’ and ‘New Adventures’. Watch the trailer for a taste of the daring adventures and vast riches to be found in Port Royale 3 Gold.

In Port Royale 3 Gold, players will embark on an epic adventure through the Caribbean during the turbulent 17th Century where the naval powers of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight for supremacy throughout the colonies. Take on the role of a young captain trying to build his fortune and reputation in the new world where three expansive campaigns offer three different paths for the young protagonist to follow: adventurer, trader and pirate.

For those eager to stretch their skills further there is the scenario mode where players will find several demanding challenges in the fields of trade, adventure and piracy. Additionally, following the successful completion of a scenario, each player will receive a score based on their performance, which can be compared to other Port Royale 3 players in the online rankings.

Features of Port Royale 3 Gold

Three unique single-player campaigns: the trader, the adventurer and the pirate campaign.

Exciting naval battles, plundering and invasions await adventurous players, while immeasurable wealth and power are waiting for trade-oriented players.

16 different ship types, such as the powerful Galleon or versatile Frigates.

Huge gameplay map with 60 completely different towns, from Port-au-Prince to Tortuga.

Competitive multiplayer mode for up to four players (PC only).

A comprehensive trade system, with supply and demand dynamically setting the price of goods and wares, like in the real world.

Bracknell, UK, 29th August 2013
Kalypso Media Digital is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar for Windows PC. Developed by Longbow Digital Arts, Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar will challenge players’ strategic battlefield skills as they manage huge armies through the massive historical battles of first century BC. In this, the sequel to Hegemony Gold: Wars of Ancient Greece, players will wage war on battlefields beautifully rendered by an upgraded graphics engine as they strive to dominate the known world – via conquest, or by starving out their enemies.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of CaesarFeatures of Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar

Direct from the hand of Caesar – Four campaigns follow the conquests of Julius Caesar as he wrote them in Commentarii de Bello Gallico. Bridge the Rhine, invade Britannia and conquer the Gauls in over 100 objectives or choose from over 20 factions in the epic sandbox mode.

All new map – Explore over one million square kilometers that are seamlessly zoom-able, from the Mediterranean coast to the shores of Britannia.

Improved graphics engine – Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar supports 10x the terrain detail over previous installments and features a diverse and immersive landscape to explore.

Build an empire – The construction system allows players to build forts, walls, and bridges at thousands of sites across the map to cement Roman control over the barbarian kingdoms.

Promote your legions –Players can train officers to augment their unit’s skills as well as appoint governors and construct buildings to expand and improve their cities.

Starve your enemies – supply camps and logistics system makes sieges and supply lines more intuitive and more important than ever.

Hegemony Rome: The Rise of Caesar will be available on Windows PC Spring 2014.

Bracknell, UK, 27th August 2013
Hello again from the wonderful island paradise of Tropico and greetings from Penultimo, the great man who speaks on behalf of our fearless leader, El Presidente! Today, Penultimo and the residents of Tropico are pleased to offer you a fresh new batch of screenshots taken from the upcoming game, Tropico 5, a city-builder based on the wondrous lives of the Tropican people. Download these new screens, which were recently shown to the media at gamescom 2013, and get a look at the amazing graphics and gameplay that will be featured in Tropico 5 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Windows PC, Mac and Linux. Tropico 5 will take Tropico through a new timeline, starting in the Colonial era, and bringing the island into the present (and perhaps the future?).

Packed with a whole host of new gameplay features and all new artwork designed from scratch, Tropico 5 takes the series into a new and exciting direction – dynasties!

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras. As your influence and wealth grows, so do the threats to your burgeoning island superpower. Can you survive both World Wars, prosper through the Great Depression, rule as an iron-fisted dictator through the Cold War and advance your country to modern times and beyond? From the 19th to the 21st century, each era carries its own challenges and opportunities.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!

The World of The Dark Eye – Demonicon Shown off in new gamescom 2013 Trailer

Bracknell, UK, 19th August 2013
Kalypso Media has today released a new gamescom trailer illustrating the world of The Dark Eye – Demonicon. The trailer features some of the varied locations in the upcoming third person action-RPG, as well as some of the undead and human foes you will encounter on your adventures.

Bracknell, UK, 16th August 2013
Loyal followers and Tropico 4 fans, El Presidente needs your help! The most glorious island of Tropico has been invited to participate in the International Communist Propaganda competition. Will you help guide our wise leader to victory in “Propaganda”, the new DLC for Tropico 4?

Turn the most absurd propaganda slogans into reality using the new Propaganda Tower building, then use it to suppress protesters and convert citizens to loyalists, or brainwash your people with the PR Specialist trait and ultimately ensure that the rule of El Prez endures! In addition, you can finally compete with the likes of Stalin and Lenin with the authority of the Party Leader outfit.

“Propaganda”, the new DLC for Tropico 4 is available to download now from Steam and the Xbox Live Marketplace for £3.49/€3.99 or 400 Microsoft Points.

Bracknell, UK, 16th August 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that Stardock Entertainment’s 4X fantasy strategy title Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes is now available to buy as a boxed retail version across the UK and EMEA distribution territories for Windows PC. To celebrate the boxed retail release, Kalypso has released a new gameplay trailer showcasing some of the thrilling action and new enemies in the game.

Bracknell, UK, 15th August 2013
Penultimo, the greatest communicator of all time, is pleased to announce that the votes have been counted and verified and we are proud to confirm that the glorious El Presidente will return for a fifth term in power on the island paradise of Tropico! Yes that’s right, Kalypso Media is delighted to announce that Tropico 5, the next instalment of the highly anticipated and critically acclaimed Tropico city-builder series, is currently in development at Haemimont Studios and is slated for a 2014 release. Kalypso will release Tropico 5 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Windows PC, Mac and Linux.

Fancy seeing how El Presidente spends his time when not planning his global domination? Check out the brand new Tropico 5 teaser trailer here:

Packed with a whole host of new gameplay features and all new artwork designed from scratch, Tropico 5 takes the series into a new and exciting direction – dynasties!

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras. As your influence and wealth grows, so do the threats to your burgeoning island superpower. Can you survive both World Wars, prosper through the Great Depression, rule as an iron-fisted dictator through the Cold War and advance your country to modern times and beyond? From the 19th to the 21st century, each era carries its own challenges and opportunities.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!

Features of Tropico 5

The Eras – From the 19th century to the 21st, each era carries its own challenges and opportunities. Begin your reign during colonial times and advance your nation through the modern era and into the future!

The Dynasty – Each member of El Presidente’s extended family is present on the island and may be appointed to key leadership positions, earning skills and experience in their assigned roles.

Research and Renovate – Advance your nation by discovering new buildings, technologies and resources. Transform your old buildings into modernized, hyper-efficient designs worthy of an economic superpower!

Explore your island – Discover what lies beyond the fog of war. Send prospectors to look for new mineral and ore deposits, but be wary of hostile animals and native tribes.

All new art – All artwork is reworked to provide Tropico 5 with a distinct historic visual identity. Choose from over 100 unique buildings from each of the individual eras.

Cooperative and competitive multiplayer – Up to four players can build up their own cities and economies on any given island map. Players can share resources and citizens, or declare war on each other.

Bracknell, UK, 15th August 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to release a new trailer for Rise of Venice, its upcoming game that combines political intrigue with high-seas merchant simulation. The trailer showcases the political machinations of the game world, where it's more than just about making money, but also about "who you know"." In Rise of Venice, you will be challenged to sail the seas of a lush 3D world, trading goods, while also working to earn the votes of the "Council of 10", a group that can make or break your political career.

Bracknell, UK, 13th August 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce the availability of DARK, its vampire-themed stealth-action game, on the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network Games On Demand platform for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. DARK is available for immediate purchase and download for 3560 Microsoft Points (£29.99) from Xbox.com.

DARK is a stealth action game with RPG elements that lets you slip into the role of the ultimate killer… a vampire. Stalk your enemies from the shadows then use powerful vampire abilities to attack and silently dispose of them! The exciting story of DARK immerses you in a world full of blood and darkness in which the hunter can become the hunted at any time. As you unravel the mystery behind the omnipresent and powerful global conglomerate, Geoforge, you must continually improve your character by developing powerful skills to aid you in remaining unobserved, or silence those unfortunate enough to take too keen an interest in you.

Retail Version of Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes Announced with New Screens

Bracknell, UK, 8th August 2013
Kalypso Media and Stardock Entertainment are thrilled to announce that Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes, the highly acclaimed 4X fantasy strategy title, will be releasing across Europe on 16th August for Windows PC. The launch of Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes sees Kalypso Media continuing their publishing deal with Stardock Entertainment to release the boxed retail version across Europe and EMEA* distribution territories.

After a devastating cataclysm has precipitated the world of elemental into an era dominated by death, chaos and destruction, new civilizations have risen from the ashes. In Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes you will forge a new empire in a world sundered by powerful magic. Mighty champions and grand armies will fight under your flag to face terrible creatures, complete quests, rediscover lost secrets and expand your kingdom in your bid to rule the world of Elemental.

Features of Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes:

Legendary Heroes: Champions seek you out based on the amount of Fame your kingdom has generated.

Exciting Levelling System: Your sovereign and champions evolve through a skill tree that visually allows you to plan what kind of hero you want him or her to be. Make your mage into a powerful Necromancer, or train your Assassin in special attacks that bleed the life from your enemies.

Bracknell, UK, 7th August 2013
Prepare to set sail and explore the turbulent Caribbean as Kalypso Media has today announced that their trading/economic simulation game, Port Royale 3, will be releasing as a comprehensive Gold Edition on PlayStation®3 and Windows PC on the 30th of August. It will also be available as a digital download bundle via Steam (and other digital download portals) and the PlayStation®Store. Port Royale 3 Gold contains the full version of the multiple award-winning strategy game Port Royale 3, as well as the official expansion pack ‘Treasure Island’; featuring an all new pirate campaign as well as the micro expansions ‘Harbour Master’ and ‘New Adventures’.

In Port Royale 3 Gold, players will embark on an epic adventure through the Caribbean during the turbulent 17th Century where the naval powers of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands fight for supremacy throughout the colonies. Take on the role of a young captain trying to build his fortune and reputation in the new world where three expansive campaigns offer three different paths for the young protagonist to follow: adventurer, trader and pirate.

For those eager to stretch their skills further there is the scenario mode where players will find several demanding challenges in the fields of trade, adventure and piracy. Additionally, following the successful completion of a scenario, each player will receive a score based on their performance, which can be compared to other Port Royale 3 players in the online rankings.

Features of Port Royale 3 Gold

Three unique single-player campaigns: the trader, the adventurer and the pirate campaign.

Exciting naval battles, plundering and invasions await adventurous players, while immeasurable wealth and power are waiting for trade-oriented players.

16 different ship types, such as the powerful Galleon or versatile Frigates.

Huge gameplay map with 60 completely different towns, from Port-au-Prince to Tortuga.

Competitive multiplayer mode for up to four players (PC only).

A comprehensive trade system, with supply and demand dynamically setting the price of goods and wares, like in the real world.

Bracknell, UK, 2nd August 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that Omerta – City of Gangsters is out now for the Mac and is available to purchase in the UK and Export Territories via Steam and the iTunes Mac Store. The Mac version offers the player the opportunity for cross-platform multiplayer functionality between Windows PC and Mac, along with full support for Steam Cloud Saves on both platforms. Omerta- City of Gangsters drops players into Prohibition-era Atlantic City as they fight to take over the city through means both legal and illicit. Strategically conquer the city block-by-block by buying, building or bullying the competition, then pull off daring heists in turn-based tactical combat.

Bracknell, UK, 26th July 2013
Today Kalypso Media is pleased to unveil a new web site and images for Rise of Venice, the upcoming merchant/trading simulation for Windows PC. The official site, available at www.riseofvenice.com, features a variety of content focused on the game - including images, art and additional game info. To celebrate the launch of the site, we are also making available new screenshots from the game, downloadable from the link below. Rise of Venice will be available at retail in the UK and Export Territories and digitally for Windows PC in autumn 2013.

Bracknell, UK, 25th July 2013
Tropico fans have a new reason to rejoice, as Kalypso Media is pleased to announce a new DLC pack for Tropico 4, the city-building game loved by fans and critics alike. Aptly titled "Voodoo", the new DLC pack adds a Voodoo Curse mission, along with fun extras like the Voodoo Priest avatar costume, a new character trait and a new building, all designed to help El Presidente alleviate an evil curse placed on him by a Soviet sorceress. Can you, as El Prez, put together everything you need to save the day, while attracting tourists to the new Voodoo Manor building?

The “Voodoo” DLC is available now for both the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft (400 Microsoft Points) and Windows PC (£3.49 GBP/ €3.99 EUR) via the Kalypso Launcher and Steam.

New Packshot and Release Date: Demonicon Coming in Late October 2013 for Windows PC, 2014 for Consoles

Bracknell, UK, 24th July 2013
Kalypso Media today is announcing an updated release schedule for The Dark Eye - Demonicon, its upcoming action-RPG for console and PC. Kalypso will release The Dark Eye - Demonicon for Windows PC in late October, while console versions for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system will arrive in 2014.

‘Between a Rock and a Hard Place’ DLC Launched for Alien Spidy on Xbox LIVE® Arcade

Bracknell, UK, 23rd July 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd has today released the second DLC for the action plat-former Alien Spidy. The new Between a Rock and a Hard Place DLC unlocks three more ‘Special’ levels which are set to test your reflexes and timing to the very extreme. The Between a Rock and a Hard Place DLC is available now on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 160 Microsoft Points (other formats to follow soon).

Three new challenges await as you return to the Forest, Ponds and Caves, but this time there is no mercy! In the Forest, the smallest mistake will send you right back to the start in this tricky and unforgiving level. Do you have the skills to navigate our hero to the end? Determination and quick reflexes are what you need to prevail when you are dropped back in to the depths of the underwater Caves. Treacherous wind tunnels, deadly floating spores and unstable stalactites are just a few of the obstacles standing between Spidy and freedom!

Bracknell, UK, 17th July 2013
Kalypso Media is inviting gamers to help test out their upcoming game, Rise of Venice, in a new closed beta. The Rise of Venice beta will allow a select number of interested fans to help test the game, and provide feedback into gameplay, combat mechanics and more. There are only 50 slots available worldwide, so those interested in helping test and offer feedback on Kalypso’s upcoming merchant simulation should apply immediately at www.riseofvenice.com/beta/indexEN.php. It is also important that the applicants PC meets the minimum specification for the game. The minimum specs are:

Bracknell, UK, 16th July 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd has today set a whole new challenge to all fans of action plat-former Alien Spidy with the release of the new Easy Breezy DLC for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft (other formats will follow soon). Easy Breezy unlocks three new ‘special’ levels, one in each environment, and will see gamers’ web slinging skills really put to the test.

Don’t be fooled by these special levels as they may be simple to complete, but are incredibly challenging to unlock all the stars. Venture through the ponds once more, avoiding alien fish, spikes and deadly under water plants. This challenge is dedicated to perfection. Will you be able to out manoeuvre the hungry fish before your protective bubble runs out of energy? Did we mention that once this is done you still have to collect all your stars as well?

Find yourself trapped in a cave? Don’t worry… if you can negotiate the sharp red crystals, poisonous fungus or deadly mosquitos you will be just fine! Escape this challenging cave with the help of a large number of power-ups, but no help from re-spawn checkpoints. Easy right?

The Easy Breezy DLC is available now on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 160 Microsoft Points.

Developed by Enigma Software, Alien Spidy is a single-player action plat-former that delves deep into the world of a technologically advanced alien spider whose space ship crashes on earth while searching for his lost friend Virgi. Alone on the alien planet, “Spidy” sets out to find his friend, but also needs to collect the lost parts of his crashed space ship, whilst avoiding the unfriendly local inhabitants. Spidy must overcome the many obstacles he encounters by using clever web-swinging mechanics as he explores wildly interactive and colourful environments brought to life with beautifully smooth animations.

Kalypso Unleashes DARK! Stealth-Action Title Now Available Digitally for Windows PC

Bracknell, UK, 3rd July 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that DARK, its vampire-themed take on the stealth-action genre, is now available for Windows PC. As Eric Bane, the lead character in DARK, you'll explore a futuristic world in which vampires wield incredible power (both physical, magical and political), and it's up to you to use amazing vampiric stealth and combat powers to learn why you've been turned and uncover a deep conspiracy involving the military and ancient vampires.

DARK is available now for purchase and download via Steam and other digital distribution channels and will be released across UK and Export retail on 5th July for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

Bracknell, UK, 3rd July 2013
Today we are pleased to release a new collection of assets from Air Conflicts: Vietnam, the upcoming Vietnam-war era air-combat title. In the new asset pack, you’ll find not only new images from the arcade dogfighting title coming for console and PC, but also the first of the “War Journals” of the game’s protagonist, Joe Thompson.

Bracknell, UK, 2nd July 2013
Kalypso Media is excited to announce that their upcoming vampire stealth-action game, DARK, will feature support for both 3D via supported televisions, and through conventional Anaglyph (red/blue glasses) 3D. Even more exciting is that DARK will support the upcoming Oculus Rift virtual-reality head-mounted display on Windows PC. For those gamers without a 3D TV or Oculus headset, you can still enjoy DARK in 3D by simply using the classic stereoscopic (red/blue) 3D lenses on a standard monitor! With these additional visual support options for DARK, you will be able to hunt your enemies and unleash stunning vampire powers in magnificent 3D and virtual reality!

Bracknell, UK, 25th June 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that Omerta- City of Gangsters, their criminal-conquest game, is now available for immediate purchase and download on the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network Games On Demand platform for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Priced at £29.99GBP/ €39.99EUR, Omerta- City of Gangsters drops players into Prohibition-era Atlantic City as they fight to take over the city through means both legal and illicit. Strategically conquer the city block-by-block by buying, building or bullying the competition, then pull off daring heists in turn-based tactical combat.

Also available is "The Con Artist" DLC for the Xbox 360 version of Omerta- City of Gangsters, which includes a new henchman, an additional weapon and a new district to explore (and take over). To purchase or learn more about the new DLC, please visit here

Bracknell, UK, 20th June 2013
Kalypso Media has signed a deal to publish bitComposer Games’ arcade-action air combat game, Air Conflicts: Vietnam in the UK and Export territories. Air Conflicts: Vietnam will be available this fall for Windows PC, the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

Air Conflicts: Vietnam takes players to the skies above Southeast Asia during the most heated moments of the Vietnam War, and challenges them to fly both fixed-wing combat planes and helicopters of the era. The game offers an extensive single-player campaign herein players will protect allied troops, launch assaults on enemy positions, engage in daring dogfights and much more. In online multiplayer, gamers can take to the skies in both American and Soviet-supplied North Vietnamese jets used during the conflict in furious eight-player aerial battles.

“We are excited to continue our publishing deal with bitComposer Games and their take on the fierce air battles during the Vietnam War” said Andrew Johnson, MD of Kalypso Media UK. “Air Conflicts: Vietnam will take gamers on an emotional and exhilarating journey through a fascinating and controversial period in military history and will provide armchair pilots with the chance to fly not only fighter jets but devastating attack helicopters”

Vietnam. 1965. A long-simmering conflict escalates into a full-fledged war, and you are about to become a big part of it.

Jump into the cockpit of some of the finest combat aircraft as young Joe Thompson, a newly minted U.S. Air Force pilot. He is brave, talented and ready to do his duty, but his experiences during this war will change him forever.

Air Conflicts: Vietnam is an arcade-styled air-combat game that immerses players in the harrowing skies over Vietnam. Take to the air in screaming fighter jets or grab the controls of devastating helicopter gunships as you shatter enemy encampments with explosive ordinance, decimate North Vietnamese ace fighter squadrons, escort bombers as they deliver their deadly payload, or rescue stranded soldiers and deliver support troops to the ever-changing front lines of the vicious battlefield.

Key Features:

Live a thrilling wartime narrative. In an epic single-player campaign, filled with heroic moments and the darker side of war, your performance in air combat and support missions drives the story from the initial escalation of tension, through key battles of the Vietnam War and, ultimately, the fall of Saigon.

Jump into the cockpit for instant action. Pilot and customize more than 20 planes and – for the first time in the Air Conflict series helicopters, including the workhorse UH-1 Iroquois, fire-breathing AH-1 Cobra attack gunships, the devastating F4 Phantom and F104 Starfighter jets, plus fearsome enemy MIG fighter jets.

Lead your squadron to victory. Command up to four jets or helicopters, maximizing their unique abilities to complete challenging objectives, while earning experience, leveling up and improving your leadership and air combat skills.

Challenge your friends for air supremacy. Play up to eight online opponents in nail-biting, fast-paced capture-the-flag, deathmatch and team deathmatch air battles.

Get your groove on. As you test your pilot skills against AI or human opponents, treat your ears to a cool rock soundtrack in the style of vintage Vietnam-era tunes.

Bracknell, UK, 17th June 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that the boxed version of the critically acclaimed space strategy title Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion, developed by Ironclad Games and Stardock Entertainment, is now available to purchase across the UK and EMEA* for Windows PC. The retail version of the epic 4X strategy title also contains exclusive in box items including a fully illustrated manual, CD soundtrack, double sided poster and a hotkey card.

To celebrate the launch of Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion, Kalypso has released a launch trailer providing an insight into the galactic power struggle facing the warring factions.

Bracknell, UK, 5th June 2013
Kalypso Media today unveiled its latest strategy/trading simulation, Rise of Venice, for Windows PC. Rise of Venice drops players in the Renaissance era, where they start out as a young merchant, looking to make his mark and build a trading empire. Begin with a meager group of trading ships and build them into a mercantile fleet that will make your enemies and friends alike green with jealousy as you fill your coffers with gold! Rise of Venice is much more than trading, however, as Renaissance Europe was filled with treachery and political machinations of all sorts – which you must take part in if you plan to succeed!

Venice was at the peak of its power during the Renaissance and was viewed as a city of decadence, beauty and intrigue. Renowned as the linchpin of civilisation and the cultural centre of Europe, Venice was the most important trading post between Western Europe and the eastern stretch of the Mediterranean Sea. It was also the stage for political corruptions and clandestine dealings.

This is where your story begins. As a young man striving for success, power and wealth and with the support of your family, you begin to build up a trading empire across Genoa, Tripoli, Rome, Alexandria, and Constantinople in addition to many other significant cities from the Renaissance. As you progress through the ranks of Venetian society, increasing your power with smart trading moves and calling in the occasional favour, you can begin to assemble your own fleet. With this you will start to build up new production facilities and test yourself in challenging sea battles where you will face off against pirates as well as political enemies.

Features of Rise of Venice:

Experience a compelling story full of intrigue and treason in Venice at the time of the Renaissance

Trade a variety of goods in the most important cities of the time such as Rome, Alexandria, Constantinople and Athens.

With your own family tree you can interact with your family members, send them on missions and watch how the power of your family grows over time.

Meet other important families who are pulling the strings in Venice’s government and influence political decisions yourself.

Build your own production facilities and trading fleets

Take fate into your own hands and test your skills in furious sea battles

Leicester, UK, 5th June 2013
Kalypso Media Digital, Ltd. is proud to announce that The Robbers Tool Kit, the second DLC for the fast and frenetic multiplayer game Dollar Dash, is now available to purchase on the PlayStation®Store for £1.49/€1.99, Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 160 Microsoft Points and Windows® PC for £1.49/€1.99. The Robbers Tool Kit offers a wealth of new crazy weapons and upgrades, accompanied by a number of different shop items that are instantly unlocked for you. To top it off there are two new maps per game mode providing yet more fresh and fast paced multiplayer mayhem.

The Robbers Tool Kit also unleashes two maps to challenge even the most seasoned Dollar Dash robbers! Find yourself stranded on a Container Ship, not only battling against your fellow robbers, but also fighting against the swaying ship as it travels through the unpredictable ocean waves. The Parking Lot offers a new and interactive environment. Move trollies to stop an incoming snow ball, or simply run around one to deny your opponents from robbing your hard earned dollars.

You’ll be blown away by the Cluster Bomb, Musket, Beer Cans or any of the other new weapons made available to you, not forgetting new customisation items like the Samurai’s Beard and the ‘Fu Man Chu’ found within the Tool-Kit. Are you excited? We know your fellow robbers are!

Developed by Candygun Games, Dollar Dash offers a huge amount of customisation and personalisation as players attack, defend, and outrun their fellow thieves with comedic tactics to achieve victory.

For more information on Dollar Dash, please visit: www.dollardashgame.com. For the latest news and updates, please ‘Like’ us on Facebook.

Bracknell, UK, 31st May 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that the boxed version of their upcoming space strategy title Sins of a Solar Empire®: Rebellion will contain exclusive to retail in-box items. The boxed version of the game will make available to fans of the sci-fi space saga, a fully illustrated manual, CD soundtrack, a double sided poster and a hotkey card when it goes on sale for Windows PC in EMEA on the 14th June 2013.

Sins: Rebellion is the next instalment of the hugely popular and award winning RT4X title Sins of a Solar Empire. The standalone expansion contains all of the content from the prior Sins’ titles and will further grow the Sins universe with a wealth of new features including a new story thread, new ship classes, new faction technologies, six massive Titans as well as updated graphics and effects, AI enhancements and multiplayer optimisations.The time for diplomacy is over.

The boxed retail version of Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion containing the exclusive in-box content will be available for Windows PC on 14th June 2013.

Free Gameplay Update now available for Omerta – City of Gangsters (PC)

Bracknell, UK, 22th May 2013
Kalypso Media today announced that a free gameplay update for its gangster-themed simulation game Omerta – City of Gangsters is now available for the PC with the console version following soon. The update will download automatically for players when they next launch the game. As well an overhaul of the game interface and cover mechanics, the free update will add a host of new features including new sandbox game modes, new opposing gangs in single-player, rebalanced multiplayer modes and new multiplayer maps. Kalypso has also released a trailer and screenshots featuring some of the new additions included in this update.

Bracknell, UK, 22th May 2013
Kalypso Media today announced that a free gameplay update for its gangster-themed simulation game Omerta – City of Gangsters will available on 23rd May for the PC with the console version following soon. The update will download automatically for players when they next launch the game. As well an overhaul of the game interface and cover mechanics, the free update will add a host of new features including new sandbox game modes, new opposing gangs in single-player, rebalanced multiplayer modes and new multiplayer maps. Kalypso has also released a trailer featuring some of the new additions included in this update.

Leicester, UK, 22th May 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. is proud to reveal the first Dollar Dash DLC, entitled “More Ways To Win”, is now available for Xbox Live for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, Windows® PC and PlayStation®Network. Introducing Topscorer - a brand new game mode where players race to rack up more money - available on six maps along with an incredible amount of new in-game shop content, the outrageous multiplayer game Dollar Dash will once again have players bashing their opponents, grabbing cash, and earning bank.

Topscorer is a fast-paced and fiercely competitive game mode, which will crown winners after they have collected $1,000 and have successfully fended off their opponents for 60 seconds once the countdown for victory begins. With no bank to deposit cash, players will have to use every tactic in their arsenal to ensure a triumph over their opponents.

In addition, new in-game shop content, such as a mighty new victory dance to show your strength, goofy cosmetics like the cool Crew Cut, and in-game icons will be made available through More Ways To Win.

Developed by Candygun Games, Dollar Dash offers a huge amount of customisation and personalisation as players attack, defend, and outrun their fellow thieves with comedic tactics to achieve victory.

The “More Ways to Win” DLC is now available for Xbox Live for the Xbox 360 for 240 Microsoft Points, and Windows® PC and PlayStation®Network for £2.49/€2.99.

Bracknell, UK, 15th May 2013
Today we are pleased to release a new trailer for DARK, our upcoming vampire-themed stealth/action title for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. In the new trailer, you'll get a close-up look at several of the vampire powers available to you, as the newly turned vampire, Eric Bane. Watch as Eric hypnotises unsuspecting guards to slip past them or deliver a deadly strike. Or, use Regeneration to convert the blood of your enemies to health points! Watch the new video to learn more about these and other stealth-focused powers featured in DARK, which Kalypso Media will release this summer on Xbox 360 and PC.

Leicester, UK, 8th May 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. is proud to announce its action-platformer Alien Spidy is available to purchase now on the PlayStation® Store in Europe for £7.99/ €9.99. To celebrate the launch of the web slinging hero, Kalypso has released a new, action packed trailer.

Bracknell, UK, 2nd May 2013
Kalypso Media is making available new screens for DARK, its upcoming vampire-themed stealth title for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. Scheduled for a summer 2013 release, DARK is a third-person stealth-action game that will immerse players in a cyberpunk-inspired world of vampires and their dark machinations. DARK features stunning 3D graphic novel style art coupled with a compelling (and mysterious) story featuring ancient vampires and a modern military.

Kalypso’s Alien Action-Platformer set to arrive on PlayStation® Network on 8th May

Leicester, UK, 30th April 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. announced today its highly anticipated action-platformer Alien Spidy will be available to purchase on the PlayStation® Store for £7.99/ €9.99 on 8th May.

Developed by Enigma Software, Alien Spidy is a single-player action-platformer packed with dozens of challenging levels, three spectacular boss levels, and a colourful array of insectoid, mammalian, and amphibious enemies that are as cute as they are deadly.

Alien Spidy, follows the exploits of “Spidy,” an alien spider who has crash landed on Earth in search of his friend Virgi and the lost parts of his scattered spaceship. The game features 69 levels, three settings (Forest, Pond, Caves), and more than 350 collectibles and achievements. Players will find a mixture of side-scrolling action artistically crafted with bright landscapes and constantly evolving physical puzzles.

Bracknell, UK, 23rd April 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to release new screens for DARK, its upcoming stealth-action title for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. Scheduled for a summer 2013 release on PC and console, DARK will immerse players in a near-future world of vampires who secretly slip through all levels of society. In DARK, you will take on the role of Eric Bane, a newly turned vampire on a quest to uncover the elder vampires and their sinister plans for humanity. Brutal melee combat moves, coupled with a variety of stealth and action-oriented vampire special powers will allow players to choose between stealthily sneaking between their foes, or taking on their opponents head-on.

Bracknell, UK, 17th April 2013
Today Kalypso Media is taking fans deeper into the world of DARK with an action-filled new trailer. The new video focuses on several of the special attacks and powers available to players in the upcoming vampire-themed stealth action game coming in summer 2013 for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC,

DARK will immerse players into a near-future urban landscape as they take on the role of Eric Bane, a newly turned vampire who is on a quest to uncover the secrets of the most ancient vampires. DARK features stylish 3D graphic novel style visuals and an upgradable set of powerful vampire skills that you can use to manipulate, distract or brutally attack your foes.

Bracknell, UK, 27th March 2013
One of the unique features of DARK, the upcoming vampire stealth-action title from Kalypso Media, is Eric Bane’s use of his newly acquired vampire abilities. You, as Eric, will make use of a slew of incredible powers to slip around enemies, kill from a distance, and pull off stunning finishing moves when DARK ships on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC this June.

In today’s new trailer from Kalypso, you get to see first-hand some of the Inherent skills such as the ‘Shadow Leap’ where Eric transports himself in a cloud of smoke undetected across short distances and ‘Auspex’, a vampiric night vision that picks out enemies by the blood pumping round their bodies. The trailer also showcases some of the darker skills such as the stealthy ‘Shadow Kill’, the deadly ‘Shadow Grip’ and ‘Domination’, a form of vampire mind control.

Leicester, UK, 20th March 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd., an acclaimed video game publisher, announced today that Dollar Dash will arrive on Wednesday 20th March across Europe on PlayStation®Network for £7.99/€9.99.

Leicester, UK, 20th March 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. is proud to announce its highly anticipated action-platformer Alien Spidy is available now on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 800 Microsoft Points, and the Apple Mac and Windows® PC via Steam and other digital platforms for £7.99/ €9.99. The PlayStation® Network version will launch soon thereafter.

Bracknell, UK, 15th March 2013
In anticipation of Kalypso Media Digital Ltd.’s upcoming action-platformer Alien Spidy, the critically acclaimed video game publisher today released an extraordinary speed run video of Alien Spidy himself blazing though six levels in flawless form.

Bracknell, UK, 14th March 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd., an acclaimed video game publisher, announced today that Dollar Dash will arrive on Wednesday 20th March across Europe on PlayStation®Network for £7.99/€9.99.

Dollar Dash is a fast-paced free-for-all multiplayer game that enables up to four players to battle it out as cartoon thieves who must make use of extravagant weapons to grab bags of cash and deposit it in a getaway vehicle before it disappears. Developed by Candygun Games, it offers 18 multiplayer maps, countless weapons, deep player customisation, and comedic tactics for players to achieve victory.

Bracknell, UK, 07th March 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. announced today its long-awaited action-platformer Alien Spidy will hit Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 800 Microsoft Points, and the Apple Mac and Windows®PC for £7.99/ €9.99 on Wednesday, 20th March.

Developed by Enigma Software, Alien Spidy is a single-player action-platformer packed with dozens of challenging levels, three spectacular boss levels, and a colourful array of insectoid, mammalian, and amphibious enemies that are as cute as they are deadly.

“Alien Spidy is a new take on the classic side-scroller, but with all sorts of modern twists,” said Jonathan Hales, Managing Director, Kalypso Media Digital. “The game is filled with colorful characters, beautiful animations, and just the right balance of pick-up-and-play accessibility and ramps up the challenge in later levels, making it perfect for all types of gamers.”

Alien Spidy, selected as one of XBLAFans’ most anticipated games of 2013, follows the exploits of “Spidy”, an alien spider who has crash landed on Earth in search of his friend Virgi and the lost parts of his scattered spaceship. The game features 69 levels, three settings (Forest, Pond, Caves), and more than 350 collectibles and achievements. Players will find a mixture of side-scrolling action artistically crafted with bright landscapes and constantly evolving physical puzzles.

Bracknell, UK, 06th March 2013
Kalypso Media Digital Ltd., an acclaimed video game publisher, announced today that Dollar Dash is now available in UK and European territories on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 800 Microsoft Points and Windows® PC for £7.99/ €9.99.

Bracknell, UK, 06th March 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce their continued EMEA distribution deal with US publisher Stardock Entertainment. Kalypso will be publishing the boxed retail versions of the highly acclaimed Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion, and fantasy strategy title Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes, across their European distribution partners. The titles will be available for Windows PC in Q2 (Sins: Rebellion) and Q3 (FE: Legendary Heroes).

‘We are delighted to continue our long-standing distribution partnership with Stardock and to bring the latest instalments of their hugely popular titles to their fans outside of the US.’ commented Simon Hellwig, Global Managing Director, Kalypso Media. ‘Launching the retail versions of Sins: Rebellion and FE: Legendary Heroes in our territories will further increase Kalypso’s reputation as a publisher of top quality strategy games.’

‘We’re happy to be working with Kalypso Media once more to bring localized versions of our games to outside retail channels,’ stated Brian Clair, Director of Publishing for Stardock Entertainment.

Sins: Rebellion is the next instalment of the hugely popular and award winning RT4X title Sins of a Solar Empire. The standalone expansion contains all of the content from the prior Sins’ titles and will further grow the Sins universe with a wealth of new features including a new story thread, new ship classes, new faction technologies, six massive Titans as well as updated graphics and effects, AI enhancements and multiplayer optimisations. Sins of a Solar Empire: Rebellion will be available in Q2 2013.

FE: Legendary Heroes is the next chapter of the popular fantasy strategy title Fallen Enchantress and adds new monsters, new champions, larger maps, new tactical battle maps and re-imagines the role of heroes in the world of Elemental. Fallen Enchantress: Legendary Heroes will be available in Q3 2013.

Leicester, UK, 01st March 2013
Kalypso Media Digital, Ltd. revealed today the Dollar Dash “Game Modes” trailer that demonstrates the chaotic game modes: Save the Safe, Hit’ n’ Run, and Dollar Dash. Save the Safe has players vying to hold a safe for a set amount of time while their opponents try to cleverly steal it away to achieve victory. Hit’ n’ Run plays into an all-out offensive strategy as players attempt to knock each other out. As for Dollar Dash, players must make use of outrageous weapons to grab bags of cash and deposit them in a getaway vehicle before it disappears.

Leicester, UK, 21st February 2013
Kalypso Media Digital revealed today the Dollar Dash “Customisation” trailer that showcases a variety of elaborate character outfits and costumes such as a king, pirate, yoga instructor, punk rocker, and even a pig that sports a bucket for a hat. Whether it is a Viking helmet or a bandana to hide a scowl, the game’s deep customisation options pave the way for hilarious hijinks and surprising encounters with opponents.

Kalypso Digital announces Dollar Dash to hit Xbox LIVE and PC on 6th March

Bracknell, UK, 15th February 2013
Acclaimed video game publisher Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. today announced that Dollar Dash will arrive on Wednesday 6th March on Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft for 800 Microsoft Points and Windows®PC for £7.99/€9.99. The PlayStation®Network version will launch soon thereafter.

“Dollar Dash delivers simple yet addictive multiplayer mayhem that hardcore and casual gamers alike will enjoy,” said Jonathan Hales, Managing Director, Kalypso Media Digital Ltd. “It is the perfect party game as players utilise a wide assortment of weapons and power-ups they have at their disposal to compete in exciting online multiplayer battles.”

Dollar Dash, selected as one of XBLAFans’ most anticipated games of 2013 and Best Downloadable Game of E3 2012 from GamingExcellence, is a lighthearted, one-of-a-kind multiplayer digital game that has players in the role of a cartoon thief who must use a robust set of weapons and power-ups to grab bags of cash and deposit them in a getaway vehicle before it disappears. Dollar Dash will launch with drop-in and drop-out online and offline multiplayer for 1-4 players with online leaderboards, three laugh-out-loud game modes, 31 colourful and unique maps, and a host of trophies, crazy weapon upgrades, and customisation items and options to change the parameters of every match.

Bracknell, UK, 14th February 2013
Eric Bane is a mystery, even to himself. In DARK, the upcoming stealth-action title from Kalypso Media, you'll play as Eric, as you unravel the mystery of why he was chosen to become something more than human...a vampire.

Today, Kalypso is pleased to release a new video showcasing the world of DARK, as well as unveiling the box artwork. In DARK, you, as Eric Bane, a newly "born" vampire, must uncover the secrets of this new world, and the mysterious GeoForge Corporation and the ancient vampires who control it. To do this you must stealthily explore a variety of modern environments, while using your unique vampire powers to silence all those who dare oppose you. DARK is set for release on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC in Q2 2013.

New Trailer Celebrates the Launch of Omerta – City of Gangsters UK and Export Territories

Bracknell, UK, 1st February 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that the highly anticipated Mafia themed game Omerta – City of Gangsters is now available across UK and Export retail stores as well as digital distribution portals. Available for Windows PC, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and coming soon for Mac, Omerta – City of Gangsters mixes city conquest with tactical turn-based combat and heist planning in Prohibition-era 1920’s Atlantic City.

To celebrate the launch, Kalypso has released a new gameplay trailer to get you in the gangster mood.

Who’s the Boss? New "Character Creation" Video from Omerta – City of Gangsters Available

Bracknell, UK, 29th January 2013
In Omerta – City of Gangsters, your success as a crime lord depends upon your choice of henchmen and the unique skills your “Boss” brings to the table. Today, we're pleased to release a new video that showcases the Boss creation system from Omerta, along with featuring an assortment of thugs and thieves that you'll be able to recruit for your burgeoning crime syndicate. Grab the new video and get a first-hand look at Omerta - City of Gangsters, the city-conquest game that will have you taking over a 1920’s Prohibition-era Atlantic City through strategically applied brute force and business sense, while pulling off daring heists and fighting turf wars in tactical turn-based combat.

Bracknell, UK, 24th January 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to release a new single-player demo for Omerta – City of Gangsters today. The free demo, available at the mirrors listed below, features two levels from the upcoming Prohibition-era gangster game that mixes city conquest with tactical turn-based combat and heist planning. Grab the demo today to get a taste of Omerta, the game where it’s up to you to put together a crew of criminals and take over the city, block-by-block, through whatever means necessary.

Bracknell, UK, 23rd January 2013
To promote the launch of Omerta - City of Gangsters, the new strategy title from Haemimont (the developers behind the critically acclaimed Tropico 3 and 4), Kalypso Media has announced a partnership with Omerta, www.barafranca.com the Free-to-Play gangster themed MMORPG, offering players the chance to win mystery prizes.

Omerta is the Godfather of online Mafia Games. Established in 2003 and with 4.7 million players, Omerta is an online game where players create a Gangster profile and work their way to the top by participating in crimes, trading contraband, training bodyguards and lackeys and fighting other Mafiosi to become Don of the most powerful families across 8 cities in Sicily and New York.

With special multiplayer scenarios and innovative game-play, Omerta is the most original Mafia MMO and offers the chance to rise through the ranks, make new friends and rob and kill them!

By logging onto Omerta (www.barafranca.com) and using a voucher code printed on a flyer in the Omerta - City of Gangsters retail boxed version, players can experience the dangerous and violent online world of the Mafiosi. Once a player reaches the rank of Associate, they may suddenly win a brand new iPad, Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1, or one of 1000’s of other prizes. Every player will be a winner.

‘Mafia themed entertainment has always been an incredibly popular genre be it video games, movies or TV and the opportunity to bring the fans of Omerta www.barafranca.com and Omerta – City of Gangsters together is the perfect partnership.’ Commented Simon Hellwig, Global Managing Director of the Kalypso Media Group. ‘Kalypso Media is dedicated to delivering exciting and innovative gaming experiences and when we saw what the excellent Omerta was achieving with its fans we knew it was the perfect brand association. We are very excited to be working with the Omerta team and look forward to a successful and long-term cooperation.’

“When I heard about Kalypso's project Omerta – City of Gangsters I was naturally very excited to know more. It is great to be associated with such a prestigious and inventive games developer and everyone at Omerta is looking forwards to seeing the finished product!”, said Omerta Game LTD CEO, Steve Biddick. “We have been publishing and refining Omerta for 10 years and over 4.7 million players have enjoyed our game.” He added. Omerta – City of Gangsters is an awesome game! Our players will love it! Omerta – www.barafranca.com and Omerta – City of Gangsters are highly complementary games and we look forward to a long-playing cooperation between the two companies.”

Bracknell, UK, 21st January 2013
Kalypso Media UK is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Airline Tycoon 2 GOLD. This fully comprehensive GOLD edition contains the original legendary tongue-in-cheek economic simulation title Airline Tycoon 2 along with the two bumper DLC packs, Honey Airlines and Falcon Lines. Airline Tycoon 2 GOLD is due for release on Windows PC in the UK and Export Retail on 22nd February. To celebrate the arrival of Airline Tycoon 2 GOLD Kalypso Media have released a brand new trailer showcasing the fun Airline Tycoon 2 has to offer as well as introducing the all new features available.

Airline Tycoon 2 – Gold Edition brings an extensive list of new features to Airline Tycoon 2 - use cargo flights as a new source of income, or see if you can profit from last-minute flight bookings. Open branch offices around the world to increase your control of each territory. Airline Tycoon 2 is the long awaited sequel to the legendary tongue-in-cheek economic simulation that puts players in the role of CEO of an international airline! Airline Tycoon 2 challenges players to run a modern airline, design unique airplanes and grow a run-down carrier into a globally recognised company that passengers practically beg to fly. In the Gold Edition, you will meet some old friends. Italian bon vivant Mario Zucchero and German nit-picker Siggi Sorglos join the cast of this unique game. Airports worldwide are waiting to be explored, but beware– your rivals never rest!

Features of Airline Tycoon 2 GOLD Edition:

Explore real world airports, from Moscow to New York, with realistic travel conditions and passenger volumes

Build your ideal fleet of planes – use the in-game editor to craft inexpensive mass-transportation “Greyhounds in the sky” or unique, luxury jets that spoil the elite

Test your management mettle in a challenging business environment as you schedule flight plans, coordinate arrivals and departures and balance income and expenses – all to grow profit and enhance your airline’s global reputation

Six different avatars with different strengths

Sabotage – annoy and slow down your opponents with devious actions. But beware; your adversaries may just pay you back in kind!

Cargo flights: transport goods all over the world and use cargo as a source of income

Last minute flights: try to master these extra-tricky challenges in short amounts of time to add more money to your coffers

Bracknell, UK, 9th January 2013
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce today that Omerta – City of Gangsters, their unique 1920’s-era gangster-themed game for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC, is now also slated for release on the Mac platform. Kalypso will release Omerta – City of Gangsters for Xbox 360 and Windows PC on 1st February, and is targeting an early 2013 release on the Mac App Store. Omerta, from the team behind Tropico 3 and Tropico 4, mixes conquest-styled strategic play with tactical combat. Now included in the release of Omerta, there will now be cross-platform multiplayer play between Windows PC and Mac, along with full support for Steam Cloud Saves on both platforms.

Bracknell, UK, 12th December 2012
Kalypso Media is pleased to announce that three new DLC packs are now available for Tropico 4 on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Priced at 400 MSP each, these three DLC packs offer new missions, character costumes and character traits for everyone’s favourite dictator -- El Presidente. The Megalopolis, Pirate Heaven, and Vigilante DLC packs are available from the Xbox LIVE Marketplace now, and offer players an exciting way to expand upon the much-loved city-builder, Tropico 4.

Megalopolis DLC contents –

Can you build the most expansive island cities? A new mission will challenge you to do just that.

A new building, the Conventillo, offers cheap housing with plenty of room to spare, but degrades over time and has to be frequently repaired

The new bureaucrat trait lets you build cheaper residential buildings while earning more profits from the new “building permit” edict

Dress for the part with the Mayor costume, which includes a monocle, dress suit and special necklace

Pirate Heaven DLC contents –

Dress like a pirate: New “Pirate Queen” outfit available for female avatars

Set sail for treasure: Engage in piracy and fill your Tropican coffers with loot

New island defences: Defend your island from those who might not look fondly upon your pirate ambitions

Vigilante DLC contents –

El Presidente becomes a masked hero, protecting the citizens of his island from criminals

Lock ‘em away: a new building, the Labor camp, puts convicts to work for the betterment of the island

Who’s that masked hero: a new character trait, the Alter Ego, reduces crime on the island while boosting tourism and impressing the Tropican nationals

Put on a new face: a new costume, Zorro, allows El Presidente to become a masked hero to the people

Bracknell, UK, 3rd December 2012
Kalypso Media today released a new gameplay trailer for Omerta – City of Gangsters, the upcoming multiplatform title that combines challenging tactical combat with “criminal-styled” city building. In the new trailer, viewers will enjoy a firsthand look at the tactical, turn-based combat that will have players planning elaborate heists, drive-bys and much more in this 1920’s era gangster title set for a 2013 release on the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC. With guns blazing, players will take over a realistically rendered Prohibition-era Atlantic City while also using their wits to manage illicit businesses, which bring in big money!

Download the new “Combat” video and take a look at the variety of historically accurate weapons, unique characters and realistic environments that all make combat in Omerta – City of Gangsters both challenging and exciting!

Bracknell, UK, 28th November 2012
Publisher Kalypso Media and developer Realmforge Studios have today released a selection of exciting new screenshots from DARK, the upcoming action-RPG for console and Windows PC. The captivating new screenshots will give gamers a deeper look into the characters and environments found in DARK, as well as showcasing the games unique 3D cel-shaded art style. DARK is a supernatural third-person stealth action game where players will explore the shadowy world of a vampire anti-hero as he fights against the forces of the GeoForge Corporation in an attempt to shed light to their dark secrets. DARK is scheduled for release Q2 2013.

Kalypso Media is pleased to release a new gameplay trailer for Tropico 4 Gold Edition today – this one focuses on key NPC’s in the game. The “Meet the Rogues” video features such offbeat characters as the ever-intellectual Miss Pineapple, the incredibly intolerable Sunny Flowers and the overbearing General Rodriguez. Each of these NPC’s will challenge your skills as a leader, tasking you with different missions to complete, while helping (or hindering) your island’s progress from backwater banana republic to global superpower. Download the new trailer now for a quick look at the humorous personalities that make Tropico 4 Gold Edition much more than a simple city-builder.

Tropico 4 Gold Edition is now available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

Bracknell, UK, 27th November 2012
Publisher Kalypso Media and developer Realmforge Studios have today released a selection of exciting new screenshots from DARK, the upcoming action-RPG for console and Windows PC. The captivating new screenshots will give gamers a deeper look into the characters and environments found in DARK, as well as showcasing the games unique 3D cel-shaded art style. DARK is a supernatural third-person stealth action game where players will explore the shadowy world of a vampire anti-hero as he fights against the forces of the GeoForge Corporation in an attempt to shed light to their dark secrets. DARK is scheduled for release Q2 2013.

DARK is a stealth action game with RPG elements that lets you slip into the role of the ultimate killer… a vampire. Stalk your enemies from the shadows then use powerful vampire abilities to attack and quietly dispose of them! The exciting story of DARK immerses you in a world full of blood and darkness in which the hunter can become the hunted at any time. As you unravel the mystery behind the omnipresent and powerful global conglomerate, GeoForge, you must continually improve your character by developing powerful skills to aid you in remaining unobserved, or silence those unfortunate enough to take too keen an interest in you.

Features:

Stealth and action combine as players walk the world in darkness and silence, attacking their unsuspecting foes with supernatural fury

Use powerful vampire abilities and hard-hitting melee attacks to defeat dangerous enemies -- turn into a puff of smoke and disappear, or close in on your foes in an instant!

Powerful and intelligently controlled AI enemies mix the fantastic with the real-world. Battle police and elite special forces along with ghouls and other vampires

Castles, museums, skyscrapers, nightclubs and more are rendered in stunning 3D cel-shaded graphics, beckoning the player to explore -- but beware, powerful enemies hide everywhere

RPG element mix with a compelling story – players will build up their skills through successful evasion and combat, while advancing the story through conversations with NPCs

Bracknell, UK, 19th November 2012
Tropico 4 Gold Edition…it’s much more than just a “build it and forget it” city builder. Not when your job in the game (which features both Tropico 4, and it's acclaimed expansion, Modern Times) is to build the ultimate island superpower!

In today’s video release for Tropico 4 Gold, we’re showing off some of the manic (and maniacal) missions you’ll have to complete if you want to reign as the supreme ruler of the island nation of Tropico. Check out today’s video to get a quick glimpse of the challenges facing you, as the newly elected leader, in Tropico 4 Gold (and watch out for zombies!).

Tropico 4 Gold Edition is now available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

Bracknell, UK, 16th November 2012
PC fans of Tropico 4 rejoice, as today Kalypso has released another batch of downloadable content for the game! Today, we are pleased to unveil the Megalopolis DLC pack, which includes a new campaign, new avatar clothing and more.

The Megalopolis DLC is available to download now through various digital portals and the Kalypso Launcher for £3.49/€3.99. The Megalopolis DLC will be available later this year for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft.

The Megalopolis DLC is compatible with the original version of Tropico 4 for Windows PC, and Tropico 4 Gold Edition.

Megalopolis DLC contents -
Build the largest city in the Caribbean! It’s up to you to decide how to deal with the problems that come with a massive influx of immigrants looking to join your society. Manage issues like unemployment, over-population and food shortages. Make use of the Conventillo, a cheap new residential building that maximizes living space at a minimal cost. As El Presidente, try on a decidedly more old-fashioned suit and spice it up with a classic monocle and mayoral necklace. The new bureaucrat trait helps you build cheaper residential buildings and earn bigger profits with the “building permit” edict.

New building: Conventillo : Cheap housing with plenty of room to spare, but degrades over time and has to be frequently repaired

New trait: Bureaucrat: Build cheaper residential buildings while earning more profits from the new “building permit” edict

New outfit: Mayor (male avatar), includes monocle, dress suit and special necklace

New mission: Megalopolis

Tropico 4 sees you return as El Presidente, the tyrannical (or benevolent) dictator of the island paradise of Tropico. The world is changing and Tropico is moving with the times – geographical powers rise and fall and the world market is dominated by new players with new demands and offers – and you, as El Presidente, face a whole new set of challenges. If you are to triumph over your naysayers you will need to gain as much support from your people as possible. Your decisions will shape the future of your nation, and more importantly the size of your Swiss bank account.

Tropico 4 features all new missions across new maps and includes exciting and fun new features to keep the action fresh and challenging. You can even elect ministers into power to help get your more controversial decisions passed through the government. But remember to keep your friends close and your enemies closer as everyone has an agenda!

For more information about Tropico 4 and Tropico 4: Modern Times, visit the official World of Tropico website here.

Bracknell, UK, 14th November 2012
Kalypso Media is pleased today to announce a new DLC pack for the Windows PC version of Port Royale 3: Pirates & Merchants. The new DLC, “Dawn of Pirates”, adds a new campaign to the Caribbean empire-building game along with unlocking online leaderboards and an “Ironman” mode. In the new campaign, players will set sail as the scourge of the seas – a bloodthirsty treasure-seeking pirate.

The Dawn of Pirates DLC for Windows PC is available now for £4.49/€4.99 via Steam and the Kalypso Launcher.

Dawn of Pirates offers you a whole new single-player campaign in which you get to stir up trouble in the Caribbean -- as a pirate. Your aim in this DLC is to become the most notorious pirate in the Caribbean by raiding and plundering unsuspecting cities and poorly guarded convoys on the high seas. A new pirate-themed campaign offer players the chance to enjoy Port Royale 3 from the view of one of their most challenging foes! Arrr matey, what are you waiting for? Set sail!

Features of theDawn of Pirates DLC

A new pirate-themed campaign with adjusted interface and gameplay

Ironman-mode challenges you to play through the campaign without save-points

An online ranking-system with a global high-score-list for Normal as well as Ironman modes

In Port Royale 3: Pirates and Merchants, players will embark upon an epic adventure through the Caribbean during the turbulent 17th century where the naval powers of Spain, England, France and the Netherlands all fight for supremacy in the colonies. Players take on the role of a young captain trying to build his fortune and reputation in the new world colonies. The campaign consists of two different paths for the young protagonist to follow: adventurer and trader.

Following the path of the adventurer will lead the player on a naval conquest where they must gain notoriety through raids, piracy, bounty hunting, plundering and conquering cities as they strive to build their new Caribbean empire.

The route of the trader sees the player using their economic know-how to become the most powerful trading tycoon in the New World by setting up trade routes, building production facilities and developing cities.

In free-play mode, the player crafts a combination of the two paths, creating a unique and challenging scenario on the quest to increase wealth and power.

Features ofPort Royale 3: Pirates & Merchants DLC

Two different single player campaigns: Adventurer and Trader

Naval battles, raids, plundering and invasions await the Adventurer, while the Trader will develop trade routes and the economy to earn glory, fortune and power

16 different ship types, such as powerful Galleons or versatile Frigates

Organise trade with 60 different cities such as Port-au-Prince or Tortuga

A comprehensive trade system, with supply and demand dynamically setting the price of goods and wares, like in the real world

Bracknell, UK, 9th November 2012
It's not enough that El Presidente, the glorious leader of the island nation of Tropico, must face the challenges of creating a modern metropolis and supplying his citizens with basic needs! In Tropico 4 Gold Edition, the upcoming city-builder from Kalypso, the newly elected leader must also contend with all sorts of naturally occurring events, including volcanoes, oil spills, earthquakes and more. In Tropico 4 Gold, you, as El Presidente, will decide on how to handle these challenges – will you go the “money is no object” route, spending your treasury on aid, or will you take a more hands-off approach, saving the cash for your personal Swiss bank account?

How you deal with these challenges, all while crafting your own island paradise, are decisions you’ll make as you play Tropico 4 Gold Edition on either the the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft or Windows PC.

Tropico 4 Gold Edition is the ultimate city building experience, including: Tropico 4 and the “Modern Times” expansion. As the president of a tiny Caribbean island, it’s up to you to lead your country to greatness! Will you be a benevolent and tolerant leader, or a power-mad dictator? Will your economy rely on tourism, farming, big business or cheap sweatshops? The decisions you make will shape the future of your island, and more importantly, the size of your off-shore bank account.

Features of Tropico 4 Gold Edition

Become the heroic leader, or a despicable despot as your customized El Presidente avatar makes decisions for the good or ill of the people

Two extensive campaigns consisting of more than 30 unique missions including the new “Modern Times” campaign

More than 100 buildings in total, including the stock exchange, shopping mall, aqua park, car factories and shuttle launch pad

Council of Ministers – Elevate citizens to government positions to help push through your more controversial decisions

Leicester, UK, 9th November 2012
Kalypso Media Digital is pleased to announce that Anna, their new horror adventure game for Mac, is now available for purchase and download via Steam and the iTunes Mac Store. The haunting story of Anna takes place in the remote Italian countryside, where an abandoned sawmill holds a sinister mystery. Anna is available on the iTunes App Store (Mac) and Steam for £6.99 GBP/ €7.99 EUR.

Anna is a first-person horror adventure that explores the darkest depths of the human psyche. Set in an abandoned sawmill nestled high in the mountains, Anna challenges you to uncover horrific clues and use them to solve puzzles related to your character’s dark past. As you play, Anna will change locations and unveil new secrets. The way you play will not only determine the mental health of your main character, but will also lead to one of three possible endings.

Features:

A haunting tale of psychological terror

Three possible endings, each determined by the player’s actions in the storyline

Physics-based environmental puzzles

A faithful 3D recreation of the Italian countryside and a sinister sawmill that await your exploration

Sine Mora Out Now for PC - Celebrate the Launch with this Stunning Action Packed Trailer

Leicester, UK, 9th November 2012
Kalypso Media Digital and Digital Reality are pleased to announce that Sine Mora, the stunning "shoot 'em up" that won rave reviews when released on console, is now available via digital download for Windows PC! To celebrate the digital release of Sine Mora, Kalypso Digital is making available an exciting trailer for the game, which shows off Sine Mora's amazing HD visuals - including gigantic bosses, stunning weapons and unique enemies. Grab the new trailer and prepare to be impressed by the game that's re-defining the "Shmup" genre with incredible visuals, 3D environments and time-bending elements.

Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up (shmup) that provides a unique take on the genre as now time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary HD presentation, Sine Mora is a gorgeous shooter that offers a Story Mode that weaves an over-the-top tale and an Arcade Mode that provides deep, satisfying gameplay to challenge fans of the genre. With many ways to manipulate time, Sine Mora features over 50 weapon combinations to complete each beautiful stage that adapts to the player's skills with scaling difficulty.

Bracknell, UK, 7th November 2012
The votes have been counted and El Presidente will resume his fourth term ruling over his island paradise as Tropico 4 Gold Edition hits retail outlets across the UK and export territories today! Containing both the original Tropico 4, and its much-lauded expansion, Modern Times, this fantastic combination of story-driven city-building and humorous economic simulation is now available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.

Tropico 4 Gold Edition combines the award-winning city-builder Tropico 4 and its equally beloved expansion, Tropico 4: Modern Times. If you missed out on the game (and its expansion) that has won multiple Editor’s Choice awards from the likes of Game Informer and IGN, this is your chance to get them in one great bundle.

As the president of a tiny Caribbean island, it’s up to you to lead your country to greatness! Will you be a benevolent and tolerant leader, or a power-mad dictator? Will your economy rely on tourism, farming, big business or cheap sweatshops? The decisions you make will shape the future of your island, and more importantly, the size of your off-shore bank account.

Features of Tropico 4 Gold Edition

Become the heroic leader, or a despicable despot as your customized El Presidente avatar makes decisions for the good or ill of the people

Two extensive campaigns consisting of more than 30 unique missions including the new “Modern Times” campaign

More than 100 buildings in total, including the stock exchange, shopping mall, aqua park, car factories and shuttle launch pad

Council of Ministers – Elevate citizens to government positions to help push through your more controversial decisions

Bracknell, UK, 23rd October 2012
Tropico is becoming a pirate hideaway, courtesy of new DLC available now for the Windows PC version of the game.
In the newly released "Pirate Heaven" DLC for Tropico 4, players can now ignore those pesky international blockades, importing goods via the new Smuggler's Hut building, and boost their naval power courtesy of the new "Sailor" character trait.
As part of the new DLC, your minions will now be able to resort to piracy as a way of making quick money, though all that ship hijacking, ransoming, pillaging and plundering is sure to attract international attention (and ire), so you'll need to build up your defences to protect Tropico from invasion! Last but never least; players can dress up their female avatars with the new "Pirate Queen" outfit, giving just a bit more flair to your in-game persona.

The Pirate Heaven DLC is available now through various digital portals and the Kalypso Launcher for £3.49/€3.99 and requires the original Tropico 4 for Windows PC.
The Pirate Heaven DLC will be available later this year for the console version.

Leicester, UK, 30th August 2012
Kalypso Media Digital today announced a digital distribution deal for Anna, the first person horror adventure title from developers Dreampainters.
Anna will be available to purchase on PC and Mac through Kalypso’s digital distribution partners from 21st September 2012 for £7.99/€9.99/$9.99.

Anna is a first-person horror adventure that explores the darkest depths of the human psyche.
Set in an abandoned sawmill nestled high in the mountains, Anna challenges you to uncover horrific clues and use them to solve
puzzles related to your character’s dark past. As you play, Anna will change locations and unveil new secrets.
The way you play will not only determine the mental health of your main character, but will also lead to one of three possible endings.

Features:

A haunting tale of psychological terror

Three possible endings, each determined by the player’s actions in the storyline

Physics-based environmental puzzles

A faithful 3D recreation of the Italian countryside and a sinister sawmill that await your exploration

Atmospheric soundtrack

Brain-twisting puzzles to solve and horrific clues to uncover

The digital version of Anna will also include the following bonus material:

Grab the New Legends of Pegasus - X'or Alien Race Screens and Overview

Bracknell, UK, 5th July 2012
Kalypso Media today released new images and information about the X'or, one of the three key races in their upcoming 4X space simulation,
Legends of Pegasus. Download the new asset pack to learn more about this mechanical alien race, which is playable in both the single-player campaign,
and in the multiplayer modes of Legends of Pegasus.
Legends of Pegasus will feature an extensive single-player campaign, coupled with robust multiplayer options will keep players engaged with their space fleets for
countless hours.

Kalypso will release Legends of Pegasus for Windows PC in the UK and Export Territories in August 2012.

In the 23rd century, mankind made tremendous progress colonizing the vast extents of space. Man built huge spaceships, colonized new planets and even used terraforming to transform uninhabitable worlds. Soon, new races were also discovered. The first contact was friendly and peaceful. But peace can be deceptive…

Legends of Pegasus takes you to an epic journey into space and mixes real-time and turn-based strategy. Players will expand their civilization in the galaxy by colonizing new planets, building factories, laboratories and shipyards, researching new technologies and designing new space crafts to keep on exploring new galaxies. Battles are played real-time and decided not only by your tactical skills, but also by your strategic decisions and the design and equipment of your ships.

Legends of Pegasus offers a massive single player campaign, during which the player will discover three very different races. Multiplayer features Internet or LAN gameplay, against Human or AI opponents. If you like designing your own game yourself, numerous modding options will certainly make you all the happier. The spectacular 3D graphics don’t just bring life to marvellous planets, but also to the stunning spaceships you can freely design thanks to an intuitive building system.

Bracknell, UK, 26th June, 2012
Kalypso Media Digital and Candygun Games invite you to grab your swag bag and head for the cash in Dollar Dash, the fast and frenetic top-down multiplayer versus game available later this year (2012) for Xbox LIVE® Arcade for the Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®Network and Windows PC.

Dollar Dash will have you shouting for joy and screaming in despair, as you make a dash with the cash. You must attack, defend or outrun your fellow thieves using unique comedic tactics and crazy weapons while making sure you deposit your hard-earned cash in the getaway vehicle before it disappears, hold onto the safe or simply blast your opponent on your way to victory.

Winner of Best Downloadable Game of E3 2012 by GamingExcellence Dollar Dash offers you a huge amount of customisation to stand out from the crowd. Personalise your character, upgrade your favourite weapon, earn perks and unlock new and exciting achievements. You can’t stand still for a second as the combat is crazy and money changes hands frequently. Choose your weapons carefully as you challenge your friends to become the best thief in town and laugh out loud as you smash them with a huge Boulder or peck them with a Magpie, while protecting yourself with a jelly shield!

Features:

Gather, Dash and Fight: Be the fastest, smartest and craziest multiplayer battle thief!

Masses of Content: 30 maps, over 20 weapons and a number power-ups to discover

Bracknell, 31st May 2012  He's back! Siggi Sorglos, a name synonymous with German diligence, punctuality and cuckoo clocks, returns to the airline business in new DLC for Airline Tycoon 2,
the much-loved airline business simulation game for Windows PC. In the new "Falcon Lines" DLC, you can play the entire campaign from the original game, plus two brand-new missions as Siggi, and learn why he has returned from his well-deserved retirement.

The Falcon Lines DLC also allows players, for the first time in Airline Tycoon 2, to open branch offices in foreign airports and thus receive access to a larger selection of charter flights.
But that's not all! For even the popular "last-minute counter" is celebrating its comeback with this DLC. Whoever reliably fulfils the contracts offered there will rake in a stunning amount of cash!

Bracknell, 10th May 2012  Kalypso Media is pleased to unveil DARK, an exciting third-person stealth-action game for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and for Windows PC.
DARK  developed by RealmForge, creators of the award-winning Dungeons  puts players in the role of a vampire out to discover the secrets of the mysterious global GeoForge Corporation.

By making the most of powerful vampire skills, stealth and lethal combat abilities, players will engage and destroy their enemies, while moving silently through a stylized futuristic cityscape.
The treacherous techno universe of DARK is rendered in gorgeous cel-shaded graphics with gameplay that tests the players' ability to master both stealth and combat.
DARK is slated for a global release in early 2013.

DARK is a stealth action game with RPG elements that lets you slip into the role of the ultimate killer  a vampire. Stalk you enemies from the shadows then use powerful vampire abilities to attack and silently dispatch them!
The exciting story of DARK immerses you in a world full of blood and darkness in which the hunter can become the hunted at any time.

As you unravel the mystery behind the global conglomerate that seems omnipresent and all-powerful, continually improve your character by developing powerful skills to aid you in remaining unobserved, or make quick process of those unfortunate to take too keen an interest in you.

Features of DARK:

Stealth and action combine as players walk the world in darkness and silence, attacking their unsuspecting foes with supernatural fury

Use powerful vampire abilities and hard-hitting melee attacks to defeat dangerous enemies  turn into a puff of smoke and disappear, or close with your foes in an instant!

Powerful and intelligently controlled AI enemies mix the fantastic with the real-world. Battle police and elite special forces along with ghouls and other vampires

Castles, museums, skyscrapers, nightclubs and more are rendered in stunning 3D cel-shaded graphics, beckoning the player to explore  but beware, powerful enemies hide everywhere

RPG element mix with a compelling story  players will build up their skills through successful evasion and combat, while advancing the story through conversations with NPCs

Bracknell, 20th April 2012  Mamma Mia!
Airline Tycoon 2 gains Italian flair with this DLC. Mario Zucchero is back in the airline business, and just like in the good old days, it's all about power, dough and amore.
Play the entire previous campaign plus two new missions with Mario, and learn what's driven the fiery Italian back to the airline business.
As an additional feature, this DLC introduces cargo flights, opening another source of income to aspiring Tycoons.

Bracknell, 6th March 2012  The Capo Crimini of Kalypso Media are pleased to unveil Omerta - City of Gangsters, a strategy game focusing on the activities of organized crime in Atlantic City in the 1920's.
In Omerta, players will take on the role of a fresh-off-the-boat gangster, as he struggles to make a name for himself and build a criminal empire in a meticulously recreated prohibition-era Atlantic City.

Gameplay will combine with strategic elements, as players spread their empire across the map, and tactical combat, with players fighting fierce gun battles with rival games and the police.
It's all about building your crime family in Omerta - City of Gangsters, which is set for a Q4 release on Windows PC.

Omerta - City of Gangsters is a simulation game with tactical turn-based combat. Taking the role of a fresh-from-the-boat immigrant, with dreams of the big life, the player will work his way up the criminal hierarchy of 1920's Atlantic City.
Starting with small jobs, his character recruits a gang and expands his empire by taking territory from other gangsters. Eventually he establishes his own crime syndicate and becomes the de facto ruler of Atlantic City.

The player strategically manages his business and his minions in a real-time format, slowly but steadily increasing his influence over the city. The player sends his henchmen out on missions ranging from assassinating an informant, to raiding a warehouse, springing a friend from prison, robbing a bank, or attacking a rival gang's hideout.
Nobody is above the law in Atlantic City, so it always helps to have a little cash handy to bribe a policeman or pay off a politician.

The turn-based combat in Omerta - City of Gangsters focuses on the tactical command of "The Boss" and his henchmen. Cover and stealth are essential parts of any shootout in the game. Finding the best vantage point to gun down an enemy, while taking cover from a hailstorm of ullets, can be just as satisfying as sneaking quietly behind a foe and taking him down.

Features:

Historically accurate representation of Atlantic City and its landmarks

El Presidente and his Minister of Communications, the wondrous Penultimo, are pleased to announce that Kalypso will
release a new DLC pack for Tropico 4 for both the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and Windows PC.
Dubbed The Junta, the new DLC pack will be available for 400MSP on the Xbox LIVE Marketplace on November 9, and via the
Kalypso Launcher (http://launcher.kalypsomedia.com) and Steam for Windows PC on November 11 for $4.99USD.

New Building: Bunker  functions like a larger and more expensive Guard Station, does not require generals, houses five soldiers.

Master, master! The evil hunchbacks at Realmforge and Kalypso are in a holiday mood and have released a free Halloween-
themed update for Dungeons  The Dark Lord, the critically acclaimed dungeon building strategy game. From 25th October
to 13th November, all your dungeons will be crammed with pumpkins and cool new Halloween-themed gimmicks! Along with
that, youll be able to play a completely new map and cast a most sinister spook-tacular spell!

For a limited time (25th October through 13th November), you can enjoy the following haunting content:

A new Halloween map, which includes all of the following Halloween features.

All your dungeons are randomly decorated with glowing Halloween pumpkins.

A new spell Jack-o-lantern (What could it do? Youll have to try it and see)

New background image for the main menu

Two new prestige gimmicks for you to build

A few additional notes:

All Halloween features can be disabled in the main menu

New global chat for the server selection UI in networking lobby has been added

The new content will be available via the Kalypso Launcher upon loading the game and as a Steam update

Sample the Life of an Airline Magnate  Airline Tycoon 2 Demo Available

Ridgewood, NJ, October 12, 2011  Kalypso Media is inviting gamers to take to the skies with a single-player
demo for Airline Tycoon 2, the economic simulation coming available now in North America for Windows PC.
The new demo offers players a taste of the game in the form of three campaign missions. In the role of the playable
character Tuppolevsky, gamers will be able to plan routes through a huge variety of airports around the world while
customizing four different models of aircraft and maintaining the finances of their airlines. To download the demo,
please visit one of the mirrors listed below.

Bracknell, 07th October 2011Ridgewood, NJ, October 7, 2011  Kalypso Media
today released a new video for their upcoming economic simulation  Airline Tycoon 2. The new gameplay video takes
viewers through a day in the life of an airline magnate  from designing and building planes, to planning optimal
air routes, even dealing with some furious fowl. Download the new trailer for the upcoming game that puts you in
charge of your own personally crafted airline, and see if you have what it takes to become an airline tycoon!
Click here to watch now.

Bracknell, 06th October 2011Ridgewood, NJ, October 6, 2011  Kalypso Media USA is pleased to announce that El Presidente will be making his
triumphant return to the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft on October 18 with the release of Tropico 4. Tropico 4 sees players return to the
Caribbean paradise of Tropico, challenging them to turn the backwater island into a global superpower, be it through financial or forceful means! Will you play as a man
of the people? Or as a jackbooted dictator with the goal of increasing your Swiss bank account? Its up to you! New buildings, import/export features, global superpowers
to deal with and much more will make El Presidentes return to Xbox 360 an experience gamers wont want to miss. For more information, please visit
http://www.worldoftropico.com.

Bracknell, 30th March 2011- Kalypso Media is pleased to announce the release of new content for Dungeons, their strategy/sim game where it's good to be evil! The new DLC pack includes one new campaign mission (adding approximately 1.5 hours of additional gameplay), 10 new sandbox-mode maps and 19 new prestige gimmicks for just £3.99/€3.99. The new content is available for purchase now via the Kalypso Launcher within Dungeons, and will also be available this Friday via digital distribution services.

Dungeons follows the misadventures of the foremost of all Dungeon Lords, who spends his time luring heroes into his labyrinthine creations with the promise of treasure and a good fight -- only to be trapped by his ingenious devices.

In Dungeons, our protagonist falls victim to a devious plot hatched by his vile, nasty and thoroughly vicious ex-girlfriend and finds himself at the bottom of the underworld hierarchy and the top of the dungeon pile. In his world, that is about as bad as it can get. Our lord must have his revenge, and make his way back down the dungeon levels to his rightful place -- but first he must deal with his new bosses, the three despicable Dungeon Lords who stand in his way.

At his disposal are his dim-witted goblin minions who dig tunnels and build rooms to lay out his lair and trap ever stronger and braver heroes who dare to enter, not forgetting to plot his revenge against his ex-girlfriend and his new bosses who think it’s great fun to bombard him with useless tasks. It goes without saying that a malicious and sneaky creature such as our Dungeon Lord has more than a few tricks up his sleeve. Revenge will be sweet indeed.

“Rise of a Dynasty” to add new scenarios, maps and more to the popular trading simulation

Bracknell, 28th January 2011- Kalypso Media today announced a new expansion for Patrician IV, their best-selling medieval-era trading simulation game. Rise of a Dynasty, will be the first official add-on to Patrician IV, and will add a variety of new cities, scenarios, cooperative multiplayer and much more. Patrician IV: Rise of a Dynasty is scheduled for release in the UK on 1st April 2011 for Windows PC.

Patrician IV: Rise of a Dynasty offers players an exciting and fresh trading challenge with eight new cities to explore and introduces a multiplayer co-op mode for up to four players via the Internet or LAN. New features, based on suggestions of the fan community, have been added along with numerous improvements to the city environments and overall atmosphere of the game. Several timed scenarios are available, which, depending on how quickly they are completed by the player, adjust the difficulty and wealth available of later missions.

Features include:

Jointly control and grow the same Hanseatic trade organization and fight sea battles as a team; teammates can join or leave a game at any time in multiplayer mode

Six new scenarios that can be played in single or up to four-player multiplayer co-op mode

Expand your trade to eight new cities spread across four regions -- the addition of land-based caravans allows the players to expand their trade empire by sea and by land

New assignments and missions, including a treasure map which must be assembled from parts gathered throughout the game, provide new challenges and depth of play

Stylish new interior views of buildings, new citizen animations and behaviors, and animated businesses enhance the game atmosphere; interact with individual citizens to gauge the populace’s attitudes and concerns

Enjoy many additional game enhancements suggested by the Patrician community

Bracknell, UK 24th January 2011 – The Dungeon Lord is inviting fans to come take a trip into his dark and sinister world, as a new official web site has been launched for Dungeons – Kalypso Media’s upcoming game where it’s good to be evil. Then new web site contains videos, screens, game info, previews and much more. Visit the official web site at http://dungeons-game.com, and learn more about Dungeons, the game that places you in the boots of an evil Dungeon Lord as he works to lure hapless heroes into his dungeons, only to trap them and capture their soul energy. Kalypso will release Dungeons for Windows PC on 4th February, 2011.

While you are visiting the new web site, be sure to grab the three new screens we’ve made available today, at the link below.

Dungeons follows the misadventures of the foremost of all Dungeon Lords, who spends his time luring heroes into his labyrinthine creations with the promise of treasure and a good fight -- only to be trapped by his ingenious devices.

In Dungeons, our protagonist falls victim to a devious plot hatched by his vile, nasty and thoroughly vicious ex-girlfriend and finds himself at the bottom of the underworld hierarchy and the top of the dungeon pile. In his world, that is about as bad as it can get. Our lord must have his revenge, and make his way back down the dungeon levels to his rightful place -- but first he must deal with his new bosses, the three despicable Dungeon Lords who stand in his way.

At his disposal are his dim-witted goblin minions who dig tunnels and build rooms to lay out his lair and trap ever stronger and braver heroes who dare to enter, not forgetting to plot his revenge against his ex-girlfriend and his new bosses who think it’s great fun to bombard him with useless tasks. It goes without saying that a malicious and sneaky creature such as our Dungeon Lord has more than a few tricks up his sleeve. Revenge will be sweet indeed.

Features

A new take on "tower defense" - waves of heroes will invade your dungeons - it's up to you to entertain, then capture these foolish interlopers and steal their soul energy

Show off your skills - use hundreds of objects to craft a dungeon that shows off your skills and style, while attracting heroes to their doom

Use the Forces of Nature to Dominate the Battlefield in Kalypso Media’s New RTS Game – “Elements of War”

Bracknell, UK – 14th March 2010- Kalypso Media, a global publisher of award-winning PC and console games is pleased to announce Elements of war, a real time strategy game unlike any other – where armies manipulate the forces of nature to rain down destruction on their foes or gain a tactical advantage by transforming the battlefield with hurricanes, tornadoes and earthquakes. Players will battle across the United States in this futuristic title, which features dozens of real-world and unconventional units.Elements of War is currently in development by Lesta Studios for Windows PC and is scheduled for a February 2011 release.

Set on Earth in the not-so-distant future, Elements of War focuses on a conflict for the survival of humanity that ensues after a secret military weather control experiment sets in motion a near-complete global climate collapse. Three factions battle on American soil for control of fearsome weather-based weapons, granting them the power to use tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, torrential rains and other forces of nature as weapons of war.

Features

Three Diverse Factions –Battle in a near-future America as the “Ravens” (the U.S. military trying to protect the secret experiment), the “EEB” (a European coalition that invades to capture the nature-based weapons) and the “Patriots” (a paramilitary force, fighting for their country’s survival) collide

Control the Weather, Control the World –Six weather-based weapons allow players to dominate and transform the battlefield with tornadoes, earthquakes, hurricanes and other elements of war, impacting supply lines, slowing troop movements and devastating the enemy

KALYPSO MEDIA AQUIRES WORLDWIDE RIGHT TO "TROPICO 3" FROM TAKE-TWO INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE, INC.THIRD INSTALMENT OF THE SERIES TO BE RELEASED IN SUMMES 2009 FOR PCBracknell, 14th of November 2008

Kalypso Media has secured the worldwide rights to Tropico 3 from Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. Kalypso will release the third iteration of the famous and admired PC strategy game series in summer 2009. Tropico 3 is based on the first Tropico game.

"GRAND AGES ROME", the sequel of the hit strategy game "Imperium Romanum" is a city-building game for PC. The player takes the role of a Roman patrician, a nobleman, who has just started his political career. His ultimate goal is to become the Governor of Rome.

“The Tropico series is a great IP which we are excited to continue. The game will be the biggest project Kalypso has realized so far in its short history and we are focussing on achieving a worldwide PC hit with this brand. The acquisition of Tropico along with other key licenses is fundamental to our future growth,” says Simon Hellwig, Managing Director of Kalypso Media.

Tropico 3 will be developed by Bulgarian studio Haemimont Games, who are also responsible for the development of Kalypso’s Grand Ages: Rome.

The game will attract the fans of the Tropico series, as well as newcomers with state- of-the-art graphics, complex gameplay similar to the other titles in the series and a comprehensive multiplayer mode.

KALYPSO MEDIA ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE SEQUEL OF THE BESTSELLING STRATEGY GAME "IMPERIUM ROMANUM"Bracknell, 15th August 2008

"Imperium Romanum was the first top ten title of Kalypso and we are very proud to have entered a longterm agreement with Haemimont Games. The studio is one of the most professional developers in Europe and we are sure to further the brand by releasing the sequel next year.", says Simon Hellwig, Managing Director of Kalypso Media GmbH.

"GRAND AGES ROME", the sequel of the hit strategy game "Imperium Romanum" is a city-building game for PC. The player takes the role of a Roman patrician, a nobleman, who has just started his political career. His ultimate goal is to become the Governor of Rome.

Throughout the game the player can develop his game character by gaining
favor with various historical figures such as Julius Caesar, Pompey and Octavian. The benefits provided by these relations are carried over not only for the rest of the campaign but also in free-build maps and multiplayer scenarios.

"GRAND AGES ROME" features completely new graphics, new buildings and environments, a new and improved economic system, an improved battle system and a comprehensive multiplayer mode.

"With a lot of gameplay changes, new graphics and features GRAND AGES ROME will even be more successful than it’s prequel.", says Stefan Marcinek, Managing Director of Kalypso Media GmbH and adds "GRAND AGES ROME will be the first of many top ten hits for us in 2009!".

"GRAND AGES ROME" is scheduled for an release in March 2009.

Features:

Persistent Player Character - benefits gained from completed quests
are persistent and can be used on any mission, including campaign,
free-play and multiplayer

Campaign that features 20 maps of historical cities and locations

Patrons - more than 20 historical figures that offer additional objectives to
the player

Over 60 buildings & 50 units

Ships and Islands

New and Improved Economics

Multiplayer - cooperative and competitive mode

Enhanced battle system with standard RTS control of the squads

Grand Monuments such as the Coliseum, Circus Maximus and the
Pantheon

City States - famine, siege, riots, etc.

Disasters - random disasters such as plagues, fires and earthquakes.
All such disasters will be visualized

KALYPSO MEDIA BRINGING THE ADVENTUROUS JACK KEANE TO THE UK IN MARCHLeicester

Jack Keane is an amusing, action-packed Point 'n' Click Adventure with loads of allusions to well-known computer games and classic movies. Players assume the role of daring adventurer Jack and accompany him in his travels during the early colonial era. Once again short on cash, no sooner does Jack accept a relatively innocent assignment than he's up against a truly mad scientist and his army of trained apes. The game takes Jack to settings such as London, Capetown and the jungles of India - and he wouldn't be Jack if he didn't run into shifty characters wherever he goes...

From German developers Deck13 and Kalypso Media UK Jack Keane is due for release in March 2008.

Whether it’s the big city, the Seven Seas or the deepest, darkest jungle - Jack Keane never backs down from a challenge. Just what shape he’ll be in at the end is another question entirely...

Keep up to date in the future with downloads such as new ingame videos, interviews with the developers and, of course, comprehensive demo versions which will also be available on the site in the lead up to the release.
Take the future of an empire into your hands in "Imperium Romanum", as the game sees the player take the role of a governor of a Roman province and strive to build a well organised, prosperous and commanding settlement. Set in the time-honoured Roman Empire players will marvel at the incredible attention to detail, as they construct fortifications, build towers, gates and bridges, and pay for them with the new currency which has been implemented into the game for a challenging, enjoyable, and authentic quest to rule the World.

"Imperium Romanum" is already considered to be one of the top PC-strategy games of 2008 and will be published on the 22nd February at a price of £29,99 in the UK and for €39,99 in German speaking territories.

"IMPERIUM ROMANUM" SET TO CONQUER THE UK
IN FEBRUARY 2008Leicester / 30th November 2007

Take the future of an empire into your hands in "Imperium Romanum", the upcoming historical strategy title from Kalyspso Media and Haemimont Games. Due for release in February 2008 the game sees the player take the role of a governor of a Roman province and strive to build a well organised, prosperous and commanding settlement.

Set in the time-honoured Roman Empire players will marvel at the incredible attention to detail, as they construct fortifications, build towers, gates and bridges, and pay for them with the new currency which has been implemented into the game for a challenging, enjoyable, and authentic quest to rule the World.

"Imperium Romanum" boasts a variety of new features to enhance the game-play and complete the historical strategy gaming experience. These include a sophisticated graphics engine, a mass of authentic historical buildings such as the world famous Circus Maximus and Gladiator schools, an improved battle system where the player commands their armies and an interactive mission mode which allows the player to control the activation of goals.

"Imperium Romanum" Features:

History mode with timeline, where missions are based on real events and locations

Interactive mission mode: the players activate the goals when they choose

Kalypso Media today proudly announced a deal with seasoned distribution firm Pinnacle Entertainment to act as exclusive distributor for the UK territories. The deal incorporates facilitating all warehousing and logistics support for UK and international orders. Pinnacle will also provide full sales support to national accounts, general retail and independents, including its dedicated independent telesales team.

"Signing a partner with the pedigree of Pinnacle is an indicator of what we wish to achieve with this brand," commented Jonathan Hales, Kalypso Media UK Managing Director. "After carefully considering how to proceed in our new UK venture and taking into account their considerable experience in the games sector, Pinnacle stood out as a natural choice for our distribution needs."

"Having known Jonathan at Codemasters, and his reputation in the business, we had no hesitation in tendering for the opportunity to work with Kalypso, whose range has some genuine stand out titles. As we have regularly shown, our sales teams can assist all sizes of publishers in maximising the sales of their titles and we are genuinely excited about the potential of the Kalypso range," added Peter Sleeman, Managing Director of Pinnacle Software.

Originally founded in Germany, Kalypso Media's move to open a UK office based in Stoneygate, Leicester signifies the fledgling publisher's efforts to crack the considerable UK market. Headed up by Hales, the publisher has a number of PC titles across the lifestyle, strategy and action genres due out before the end of the year.

Pinnacle Software is the leading distributor of computer entertainment in the UK. Part of the Arvato group of Bertelsmann, it provides exclusive sales and logistics support to some of the best known names in software.

Kalypso Media GmbH today announced the appointment of Jonathan Hales as UK Managing Director and unveiled Kalypso Media UK Ltd. headquarters in Leicester. Hales brings seven years experience from Codemasters, most recently as Vice President and General Manager of Northern Region Europe.

Founded in 2006 by Simon Hellwig and Stefan Marcinek, two German games industry veterans, Kalypso Media is a publisher of entertainment software, with a focus on mid price PC games, and follows a mantra of outsourcing distribution and development to prevent permanent fix costs.

"I'm delighted and excited to be setting up Kalypso Media UK Ltd, which promises to be challenging, but extremely rewarding also," commented Jonathan Hales. "My aim is to set strong foundations for the company and to develop relationships with partners in the UK and around the world from which growth will become organic. We want to be self reliant and offer a 'win win' business model for all our partners."

In 2007, more than 100 programmers and graphic artists, working for seven exclusive third party developers, are developing products for Kalypso. Furthermore, 30 sales specialists and key account managers are actively placing Kalypso product on German retail shelves.

The appointment of Jonathan Hales and opening of the UK office underlines the company's strategy to establish a network of small, yet effective, publishing departments in all major territories. These offices will be run as independent companies empowered through a strategy of local management, allowing a great deal of flexibility to market needs.

KALYPSO MEDIA TO BRING "THEATRE OF WAR" TO PC THIS OCTOBER
Leicester / August 2007

Kalypso Media today issued a call to arms to all budding armchair generals with the announcement of Theatre of War for PC this October. In a crowded RTS market, Theatre of War distinguishes itself from the pack by offering a strong emphasis on realism, historical accuracy and real world military tactics. Those seeking a Rambo-esque experience should look elsewhere, discipline and tactical nous are the order of the day to see this one through to the final act.

Developer Battlefront.com has undertaken painstaking research into shell ballstics, advanced damage effects and even specifics such as armour penetration calculations to bring a truly authentic battlefield experience. Such a level of detail, in a strategy title of this kind, allows players to immerse themselves in the command of a wide variety of units, uniforms, vehicles and military hardware in the knowledge that every decision made will affect the battle's outcome.

Spanning six World War II campaigns, players have the choice of fighting through the eyes of American, British, Russian, German, French or Polish commanders across over forty missions based on real WWII battles, be they in the shell scarred plains of Poland, the bullet-riddled beaches of western France or the frozen tundra of the Soviet Empire's eastern reaches. As the Nazis found out to their peril, weather can have a devastating effect on even the best laid plans. Theatre of War demands players make allowances for similar contingency with all four seasons incorporated, each with its own affect on proceedings on the front line.

Theatre of War offers a thinking man's WWII strategy experience for the RTS fan looking for more than just big guns and a lot of whizz-bang. To fail to prepare is to prepare to fail, and such a mentality must be central to your plans if you are to march victorious through the streets of Berlin or else face your final curtain!

Kalypso will be at Leipzig GC '07, Hall 1 J39, with a number of titles on show. Theatre of War will be published by Kalypso Media for PC this October, priced £29.99

KALYPSO ANNOUNCES "STAR ASSAULT" FOR RELEASE THIS SEPTEMBER FOR PC
Leicester / July 2007

No, Russell Crowe hasn't attacked another hotel clerk, but Kalypso media has announced a new space shooter. Star Assault is due for release this September for PC and promises to offer more drama than any celebrity courtroom could ever hope.

When humankind took to the stars to search out new energy sources, rapid successes brought huge rewards in the advancement of travel, exploration and colonisation. Some thought they had taken it too far, they were right. In 2253 the human pioneers found themselves under brutal attack from the vicious alien race dubbed the Sparks. Cut off from Earth due to the destruction of their warp gate, their only route back, the intrepid explorers now must battle for their very survival, and maybe even a way home.

A rich story-based campaign offers players the chance to pilot a star fighter and accomplish the death-defying missions against the Sparks. From humble beginnings in a small ship, players can work their way through the ranks, improve their skills and eventually command wingmen in battle. Complex opponent A.I. ensures you won't be mastering any predetermined attack patterns, while real-time space jumps make getting from A to B just that bit faster.

Between missions, upgrading one's fly machine is essential to avoid an early union with the great beyond. Shields, reactors and propulsion can be adjusted and replaced in order to stay one step ahead of the enemy. Weapons vary from lasers and rail guns to heat seekers and rockets to give you all the firepower you could possibly need to see off your grizzly foe. Star Assault will offer galactic battles to warm the hearts of any sci-fi shooter fan, and not an angry Colin Farrell in sight.

Published by Kalypso media, Star Assault is due for a September release for PC, priced £19.99.

KALYPSO ANNOUNCES "HOLLYWOOD PICTURES 2" FOR PC THIS SEPTEMBER
Leicester / July 2007

Kalypso media today rolled out the red carpet for the announcement Hollywood Pictures 2 for PC this September. The aim of the game is producing blockbuster hits for the movie hungry masses. Starting with a shoestring budget, amateur camera crews, wannabes, 'has-beens' and 'never-has-been' actors, dig out a winner and you'll soon find your way on the road to Scorsese status.

Players are responsible for every facet of the movie making process from script to screen. Screenplays can be bought from aspiring writers or written yourself for a truly personal project. Once financial backing has been secured from the bank, hiring your star, co-star and supporting roles are next on the list of priorities, along with choosing the right camera crew, make-up artists and special effects team.

The scruffy movie studio site you inherit at the beginning of the game can be expanded to help ease the costs of big movie production. In addition to your basic production house, special effects studios, acting colleges and even a fire department can be constructed to quell those inevitable pyrotechnical accidents on set, which can cost you valuable days filming!

As with any major movie project, yours must be on budget, on time and screened to rapturous applause. Starting with the ambition of producing a film with a '10' rating, aspiring Spielbergs can also target a place for one of their films in the all-time charts, and not forgetting to be in the academy's mind when Oscar time comes around. It can be a rotten business that'll chew you up and spit you out, but stay focused, keep the hits rolling and it will be your handprints outside Grauman's Chinese Theatre.

Pubished by Kalypso media, Hollywood Pictures 2 will be released for PC this September priced £19.99